More French Proverbs

Poverty is a sort of leprosy.... >>

To every bird its nest seems fair.... >>

Some think they have done when they are only beginning.... >>

Repentance costs very dear.... >>

One never goes so far as when one don't know whither one is going.... >>

Other Proverbs

Custom in infancy becomes nature in old age.... (Spanish) >>

Whilst the nurse suckles, we love her; when she is of no fur... (Spanish) >>

An iron rod bends while it is hot.... (Greek) >>

Fond pride of dress is sure a very curse; Ere fancy you cons... (Spanish) >>

Command your wealth, else that will command you.... (Spanish) >>

You play with edged tools.

- French Proverb