He who tells a tale adds another period.
More Portuguese Proverbs:
Don't leave the high road for a short cut.Portuguese
An empty purse frights away friends.
Portuguese
Many kiss the hand they would gladly see cut off.
Portuguese
Much law, but little justice.
Portuguese
Better be killed by robbers than by the kick of an ass.
Portuguese
Speak little and well, they will think you somebody.
Portuguese