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This proverb emphasizes stability, loyalty, or the necessity of sticking to one's source of livelihood. It suggests that one should find contentment and survive within the environment or resource that sustains them, rather than wandering off or being ungrateful to their source of support.

This proverb describes habitual behaviors that are difficult to change. Just as a person fond of traveling cannot stay in one place, a person who habitually uses foul language or criticizes others cannot remain silent. It is used to point out that deep-seated habits or inherent natures will eventually manifest themselves regardless of the situation.

This proverb is used to encourage people who make mistakes while trying something new or working hard. It implies that failure is a natural part of progress, and only those who take action and move forward risk falling, whereas those who stay idle never fail but also never succeed.

This expression is used to describe a situation where troubles or misfortunes seem to disproportionately follow those who are already struggling. It highlights the irony and cruelty of fate where a person who has nothing is further harassed by even the smallest of nuisances or problems.

Life is a fabric woven with both good and bad experiences. This expression is used to convey that success and failure, or joy and sorrow, are inseparable parts of the human experience, just like the vertical (warp) and horizontal (woof) threads that make a cloth.

This expression is used when a person is faced with a dilemma where both available choices lead to a bad outcome. It is similar to the English idiom 'Between the devil and the deep blue sea' or 'Out of the frying pan into the fire.' It describes a situation where there is no escape from trouble regardless of the path chosen.

This proverb highlights that certain habits are hard to stop. Just as someone eating crunchy snacks (atukulu) cannot do so silently or without constant movement, a person who habitually gossips or criticizes others cannot resist the urge to speak ill. It is used to describe people who are prone to constant talking or malicious gossip.

This expression is used to describe a person's inherent nature or a deep-seated habit that they cannot give up. Just as a dancer's feet naturally move and a singer naturally hums, a person with a particular skill or a specific character trait (both positive or negative) will inevitably find a way to express it, regardless of the situation.

This proverb is used to describe a person's inherent nature or talent that cannot be suppressed. Just as a dancer's feet naturally move to a rhythm or a singer instinctively hums a tune, someone with a particular habit, skill, or restless nature will find it impossible to remain idle or silent for long.

This proverb describes habitual behavior that is hard to change. It suggests that a person who is used to traveling or wandering will always find a reason to leave home, and a person who is prone to using foul language or criticizing others will inevitably continue to do so. It is used to imply that old habits die hard.