What is that which you break by even naming it? Silence.
When has a man four hands? When he doubles his fists.
What is the most difficult river on which to get a boat? Arno, because they’re Arno boats there.
What is the smallest bridge in the world? The bridge of your nose.
What is the difference between a spendthrift and a pillow? One is hard up, the other is soft down.
What is the difference between a hen and an idle musician? One lays at pleasure the other plays at leisure.
Why are deaf people like India shawls? Because you can’t make them here (hear).
Why are book-keepers like chickens? Because they have to scratch for a living.
What wind would a hungry sailor be apt to wish for? One that blows fowl and chops about.
What tongue is it that frequently hurts and grieves you, and yet does not speak a word? The tongue of your shoe.