More French Proverbs

He that spends more than he is worth spins a rope for his own neck.... >>

A colt you may break, but an old horse you never can.... >>

Eggs are put to hatch on a chance.... >>

After mischance every one is wise.... >>

Vanity has no greater foe than vanity.... >>

Other Proverbs

The stolen ox sometimes puts his head out of the stall.... (Spanish) >>

He that stirs honey will have some of it stick to him.... (Spanish) >>

Fools and obstinate men make rich lawyers.... (Spanish) >>

For age and want save while you may, no morning sun lasts a ... (American) >>

The greater the sinner, the greater the saint.... (English) >>

There is no pillow so soft as a clear conscience

- French Proverb