More French Proverbs

Caesar's wife must be above suspicion.... >>

Upon a slight pretext the wolf takes the sheep.... >>

The fool cuts himself with his own knife.... >>

Sadness and gladness succeed each other.... >>

Nothing is easy to the unwilling.... >>

Other Proverbs

It is not necessary to fall into a well to know its depth.... (Spanish) >>

Do not steal a loaf from him that kneads and bakes.... (Spanish) >>

Said the frying pay to the kettle, Stand off, black bottom.... (Spanish) >>

Make good flour, and do not blow the trumpet.... (Spanish) >>

A morsel eaten selfishly does not gain a friend.... (Spanish) >>

True nobility is invulnerable.

- French Proverb