More French Proverbs

For a stubborn ass a hard goad.... >>

The rich man has more relations than he knows.... >>

It is better to leave the child's nose dirty than wring it off.... >>

Great boasters, little doers.... >>

If it only depends on swearing, the cow is ours.... >>

Other Proverbs

A mill cannot grind with water that is past.... (American) >>

The shirt is nearer than the frock.... (Spanish) >>

See that you tie so that you can untie.... (Spanish) >>

The more you court a clown the statelier he grows.... (Spanish) >>

Tell a lie, and you will bring out the truth.... (Spanish) >>

The early riser is healthy, cheerful and industrious.

- French Proverb