25 Great French Proverbs, Sayings and Idioms — and Their Meanings

Apr 27 2026

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10. L'habit ne fait pas le moine.
Literal translation: The habit does not make the monk.
Meaning: Don't judge a book by its cover. A person's appearance or clothing doesn't define who they truly are. One of the most well-known French proverbs internationally.

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