Water Proverbs - page 26

He expects to find water at the first stroke of the spade. (Spanish Proverb)
You have spoilt the wine by adding water to it. View proverb
Latin Proverb
Have a care of a silent dog and a still water. View proverb
Latin Proverb
He even begrudges the water with which he washes. View proverb
Latin Proverb
He is hunting for water in the sea. View proverb
Latin Proverb
He is separated from the water by a plank. View proverb
Latin Proverb
Revolutions are not made with rose water. View proverb
Latin Proverb
Fire, water, and government know nothing of mercy. View proverb
Latin Proverb
Would you take water to the frog? View proverb
Latin Proverb
It is useless, once the water is gone, to hurry. View proverb
Basque Proverb
In the deepest water is the best fishing. (1616) (English Proverb)
Don't cross the stream to get water. View proverb
Danish Proverb
One goes to fetch water with a jug for so long, until the handle breaks away. View proverb
Czech Proverb
Let me tell you about my fate: it is an insult. Let me explain it to you: it is a disgrace. Were I to tell my neighbour about my fate, he would heap insults upon me. I looked into the water. My destiny was drifting past. I was born on an ill-fated day. View proverb
Sumerian Proverb
Those who live near the water look into the mountains. They don't look in their own direction. View proverb
Sumerian Proverb
The water you collect from the stream teaches you about its source. View proverb
Swedish Proverb
It is good fishing in streamy water. View proverb
Lithuanian Proverb
When water rises, it is best to scoop it up. View proverb
Thai Proverb
All clouds don't give water. View proverb
Estonian Proverb
It is good fishing in streamy water. View proverb
Livonian Proverb
It is good fishing in streamy water. (Provençal Proverb)
Like stepping into the water without knowing its depth. View proverb
Tamil Proverb
Carried water does not stay in the well. View proverb
Finnish Proverb
Rather water from the brother than beer from a stranger. View proverb
Finnish Proverb
There are three tough men: fire, iron and water. View proverb
Finnish Proverb