The shirt is nearer than the frock.
More Spanish Proverbs:
Out of thine own mouth will I judge thee.Spanish
Other folks' cares kill the ass.
Spanish
Have patience and the mulberry leaf will become satin.
Spanish
The horse may wish to do one thing, but he who saddles him another.
Spanish
When you can't get meat, chickens and bacon are good.
Spanish
God makes the back to the burden.
Spanish