Dutch Proverbs

Dutch Proverbs distill seafaring, trade, and polder life into sharp, practical sayings. They prize thrift, blunt honesty, and hard work—wisdom shaped by a nation that learned to live with the sea and turn it into land.

Don't throw away your old shoes until you have got new ones. (Dutch Proverb)
If the rope is weak, pull gently. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
Little is done where many command. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
An old rat easily finds a hole. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
To marry one is a duty; twice a folly; thrice is madness. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
Every one is a thief in his own craft. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
High winds blow on high hills. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
Two dogs seldom agree over one bone. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
Speaking is silver, being silent is gold. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
The pen is mightier than the sword. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
Beggars fear no rebellion. (Dutch Proverb)
He that can be patient finds his foe at his feet. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
All are not princes who ride with the emperor. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
He who hunts two hares at once, catches neither. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
Better a good neighbour than a distant friend. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
An understanding person needs only half a word. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
Great fools must have great bells. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
He who hurts his nose, hurts his face. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
The ass and the driver never think alike. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
Better to be squinting than blind. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
There is a fool at every feast. (Dutch Proverb)
Cats don't catch the old birds. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
All are not cooks who wear long knives. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
Every shot does not bring down a bird. View proverb
Dutch Proverb
His money takes the place of wisdom. View proverb
Dutch Proverb