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This proverb describes the plight of a hardworking laborer or farmer. 'Fire above' refers to the scorching sun, 'fire below' refers to the hot earth, and 'fire in the belly' refers to hunger. It signifies that despite physical suffering and hunger, they cannot stop working because they are afraid of the master's wrath or the loss of their livelihood.

This expression describes extreme selfishness or indifference. It refers to a person who doesn't care if a massive disaster occurs or if others suffer, as long as they personally remain safe and unaffected. It is used to criticize someone who prioritizes their own safety to the point of wishing ill upon the world.

This proverb is used to describe someone who attempts to fix a minor problem but ends up making it much worse through foolishness or lack of common sense. It refers to a situation where a 'remedy' is more damaging than the original flaw.

This expression is used to describe someone who has very little experience, status, or resources but makes grand, exaggerated, or impossible claims. It highlights the vast gap between a person's actual capability and their boastful words.

This expression is used to highlight that a task requires focus, precision, and the right approach rather than unnecessary movements or over-complicating the process. It emphasizes that unless the alignment is correct, effort alone won't yield results.

This expression describes a situation where one has massive desires, ambitions, or needs, but lacks the capacity, resources, or means to fulfill them. It is often used to refer to someone who has a huge appetite for something but lacks the ability to consume or achieve it.

This expression is used to describe a situation where one has massive desires, ambitions, or needs, but lacks the capacity, resources, or means to fulfill them. It highlights the vast gap between one's appetite and their ability to consume or achieve.

This proverb describes a hypocritical situation where someone with massive flaws (represented by the many holes in a sieve) criticizes another person for a single, tiny flaw (represented by the small eye of a needle). It is used when someone lacks the self-awareness to see their own great shortcomings before pointing out the minor mistakes of others.

This proverb is used to describe things that are limited by physical capacity or practical constraints. It refers to a situation where one's efforts or gains are restricted to the maximum volume of the container or the strength of the bearer, implying that there is a definite cap on what can be achieved or obtained.

* Effen is kwaad passen.

This proverb is used to describe a person who has extremely limited capacity or means but harbors impossibly large ambitions or greed. It highlights the stark contrast between one's actual abilities and their unrealistic expectations.