More French Proverbs

Words are but sands; 'tis money buys lands.... >>

The dead are soon forgotten.... >>

The beadle of the parish is always of the vicar's opinion.... >>

Money is lost only for want of money.... >>

The first comer grinds first.... >>

Other Proverbs

There is a path to the top of highest mountain.... (Afghan) >>

He cannot find water in the sea.... (Spanish) >>

The go-between wears out a thousand sandals... (Arab) >>

To know and to act are one and the same... (Greek) >>

Enjoy yourself. It's later than you think... (Arab) >>

What the heart thinks, the tongue speaks

- French Proverb