The devil is not so ugly as he is painted.
More Portuguese Proverbs:
Good wind needs no bush.Portuguese
Don't make yourself poor to one who won't make you rich.
Portuguese
Feet accustomed to go cannot be still.
Portuguese
He buys very dear who begs.
Portuguese
Children pick up words, as pigeons peas, And utter them again as God shall please.
Portuguese
God grant me to dispute with those who understand me.
Portuguese