More French Proverbs

A fault once denied, is twice committed.... >>

A man may bear till his back breaks.... >>

Better to have a friend on the road than gold or silver in your purse.... >>

After one loss come many.... >>

As the man is worth his land is worth.... >>

Other Proverbs

The most dangerous food is a wedding cake.... (American) >>

When the cat's away the rats will play.... (Spanish) >>

To own is to fear. [Sp., Tener es temer.]... (Spanish) >>

When an elephant is in trouble even a frog will kick him... (Swedish) >>

Do not lengthen the quarrel while there is an opportunity of... (Chinese) >>

There is no worse water than that which sleeps.

- French Proverb