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This proverb suggests that after getting married (when the daughter-in-law enters the house), a man's recklessness or wandering nature will naturally decrease as he takes on responsibilities. It is often used when parents discuss marriage as a solution for a son's irresponsible behavior.

Without asking, help wouldn’t be forthcoming, even from well-wishers.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where one person maintains an air of false prestige or luxury (the father), while their family members are struggling with hard labor just to survive (the mother). It highlights hypocrisy, misplaced priorities, or vanity in the face of poverty.

This expression is used to mock someone who lacks common sense or basic understanding of units and quantities. Jaggery and salt are measured by weight or volume, not by 'one' (a single unit). It highlights foolishness or the habit of asking nonsensical questions without thinking about the context or measurement.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone is suffering from extreme poverty or starvation. In the story, the swelling is due to malnutrition (dropsy), but the onlooker mistakenly thinks the man is wealthy and asking about market rates. It highlights a tragic irony where a person's visible distress is misinterpreted as a sign of prosperity or involvement in trade.

This refers to a 'loaded question' or a 'complex question' fallacy. It describes a situation where any answer given (Yes or No) would imply guilt or confirm a negative presupposition that may not be true. It is used when someone frames a question in a way that traps the other person into admitting something they didn't do.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of communication and self-advocacy. It suggests that even the most caring person might not fulfill your needs if you don't express them, implying that one must speak up or ask for what they want to achieve their goals.

This proverb is used to emphasize that one must voice their needs or desires to get help, even from those who care most about them. It highlights the importance of communication and taking initiative rather than expecting others to automatically understand one's requirements.

This expression is used to describe a person's unrealistic or naive expectations. It refers to someone who mistakes a small, unsolicited gesture of kindness for a sign of immense wealth or generosity, leading them to expect something far more valuable than the giver is actually willing or able to provide.

This expression is used to describe an extremely stingy or miserly person. It suggests that even in a situation where they are forced to bow or humble themselves (like bending a leg), they are so tight-fisted that even a deity associated with cleansing and mercy wouldn't be able to get anything out of them, or they wouldn't offer anything even in extreme circumstances.