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This proverb suggests that when people have too much luxury or idle time, they tend to focus excessively on rigid traditions and unnecessary rituals. However, becoming overly obsessed with such formalities can lead to one's downfall or misfortune. It is a cautionary saying about maintaining balance and avoiding extreme pedantry.

This proverb is used to describe people who lack actual skills or the ability to perform a task, but compensate for it by boasting, acting aggressive, or talking big. It is similar to the English expression 'Empty vessels make the most noise.'

This proverb highlights the contrast between two life experiences: resilience and loss. It suggests that a person who has overcome failure (Chedi Brathikinavaadu) gains immense strength and bravery, whereas a person who has fallen from a high status (Brathiki Chedinavaadu) suffers from deep emotional pain and many hardships. It is often used to describe the psychological state of people based on their life's trajectory.

This proverb describes human nature and physical reality. It implies that a person with a guilty conscience or a sensitive nature is easily offended or reactive (sulky), just as a person with a physical ailment (like a boil or swelling) naturally feels more pain. It is often used to describe someone who reacts defensively or takes offense easily because they know they are in the wrong or are overly sensitive.

This proverb emphasizes that courage or bravery is useless, or even dangerous, if it is not guided by intelligence and wisdom. Just as a blunt sword cannot serve its purpose in battle despite its appearance, raw strength or courage without a strategic mind is ineffective in achieving goals.

This proverb is used to criticize those who become arrogant or forget their roots and humble beginnings once they achieve prosperity or wealth. It serves as a reminder that having excess resources (food/wealth) does not change one's fundamental identity or make them superior to others.

This expression refers to a situation where a job or a person involves very little physical effort or productivity, yet receives a high salary or compensation. It is often used to comment on laziness or overpaid positions where the output does not justify the pay.

This expression is used to describe how people who are suffering or in a weak state tend to be irritable, impatient, or easily annoyed. It serves as a reminder to be patient and empathetic with those who are unwell, as their physical discomfort often manifests as bad temper.

This proverb suggests that if someone lacks a primary skill (like cooking in a traditional household context), they should at least possess a secondary survival skill or resourcefulness (like gathering food or managing wealth) to compensate. It is used to mock someone who is incompetent in basic duties but also fails to be useful in any other way.

This proverb highlights that execution, presentation, or final delivery is often more recognized or appreciated than the hard work behind the scenes. In a practical sense, it means that even if someone does all the labor (cooking), the person who manages the final distribution or interaction (serving) often gets the credit or gratitude. It is used to describe situations where the person at the final stage of a process holds more influence.