More French Proverbs

A hook's well lost to catch a salmon.... >>

When Greek meets Greek, then comes the tug of war.... >>

He who wants to travel far takes care of his beast.... >>

As soon dies the calf as the cow.... >>

A silver hammer breaks an iron door.... >>

Other Proverbs

Age can be a bad travelling companion.... (English) >>

Every man should support himself, and not hang upon another.... (Spanish) >>

A scabby colt may make a good horse.... (Spanish) >>

One may have good eyes and yet see nothing.... (Italian) >>

Manana is often the busiest day of the week.... (Spanish) >>

Who rises late must trot all day.

- French Proverb