అభాగ్యునికి ఆకలెక్కువ, నిర్భాగ్యునికి నిద్ర ఎక్కువ

This expression highlights ironical or unfortunate traits that exacerbate a person's problems. It suggests that just as laziness (excessive sleep) is attributed to Shani, hunger is the constant companion of the poor. It is used to describe situations where people have excessive needs or habits that prevent them from overcoming their difficulties.

This expression is used to describe a person who lacks common sense or productivity but has excessive demands or needs. It highlights a mismatch between one's capabilities and their consumption or expectations, often used sarcastically to mock laziness or incompetence combined with greed.

This proverb suggests that those without integrity or ethical principles often surround themselves with, or attract, people of poor character or ill-fortune. It is used to describe how a leader's or an individual's lack of virtues leads to a gathering of similar or miserable companions.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone lacks resources but has excessive needs or demands. It highlights the irony of having the least capacity to fulfill requirements while having the greatest desires or appetites. It is often used to comment on how problems seem to multiply for those already in a miserable state.

This proverb describes the characteristics of misfortune and poverty. It suggests that bad luck or an ill-fated person is often lazy or slow to act (represented by sleep), whereas poverty is a relentless, consuming force that is never satisfied (represented by hunger). It is used to describe a state of chronic misery where one is stuck in a cycle of lethargy and desperation.

This proverb highlights how timing and circumstances often work against those in distress. It describes a situation where a person who is already in a miserable state faces further deprivation or ill-timed needs, emphasizing that misfortunes often come in pairs or at the most inconvenient times.

This proverb describes someone who is in a highly aggressive, sensitive, or dangerous state after a significant exertion or loss. Just as a tigress is extremely protective and ferocious after birthing her cubs due to hunger and instinct, it is used to warn others to stay away from someone who is currently in a very volatile or provoked mood.

This proverb is used to criticize people who talk excessively to cover up their lack of substance or resources. Just as a feast of many curries at a funeral ceremony is seen as wasteful or inappropriate, unnecessary talk from a person who cannot provide results is viewed as a sign of incompetence or pretense.

This proverb is used to describe people who are stuck in a cycle of poverty or misfortune. It suggests that those with no luck tend to waste time in sleep, while those who are destitute are constantly preoccupied with hunger, implying that their basic needs and poor habits prevent them from progressing in life.

This proverb is used to describe people who lack substance, character, or high status but try to overcompensate by being overly showy, boastful, or excessively concerned with outward appearances and fashion.