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This sarcastic expression is used to describe someone who lacks common sense, wisdom, or the desire to work, yet is always ready and eager to eat. It highlights the irony of a person being mentally inactive but physically demanding.

For a petty businessman, the profit from his business would hardly meet his basic needs. This refers to an unprofitable enterprise.

This proverb is used to describe a business or activity that yields very little profit, barely covering one's basic needs or daily expenses. It suggests that despite the hard work involved, the returns are only sufficient for survival and not for saving or growth.

This proverb describes extreme ingratitude or malicious behavior. It refers to a person who accepts someone's hospitality (coming for a meal) but then proceeds to cause harm or ruin the source of that kindness (digging up/destroying the stove). It is used to criticize those who betray their benefactors.

This expression is used to describe a person who is very eager and first to arrive when it is time to eat, but very lazy or hesitant when it comes to hygiene, work, or taking a bath. It highlights a character that prioritizes pleasure over duty or cleanliness.

This expression is used to describe a person who behaves contrary to the situation or reacts inappropriately to a rejection. It highlights an individual's stubbornness or their attempt to show off even when they are not welcome or when the primary request was a 'no'.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where one's total income or earnings from a venture are completely exhausted by minor or incidental expenses, leaving no profit. It signifies a break-even point where the effort put into a business or task only covers the basic costs or small personal desires, resulting in no substantial gain.

This expression refers to a lifestyle where one relies entirely on charity or public institutions for basic needs like food and shelter. It is used to describe someone who lives a carefree, nomadic, or irresponsible life without personal assets or a permanent home, often implying they have no familial or financial burdens.

This expression refers to the sequence of daily routines or the priority of tasks. It is often used to describe someone who is very punctual or eager for food (being first at the table) but perhaps less enthusiastic about chores or preparation (being last to bathe). In a broader sense, it highlights a tendency to prioritize personal comfort or enjoyment over effort.

This expression is used to describe a state of extreme poverty or scarcity. It refers to a situation where despite the day having three natural meal times (morning, afternoon, and night), a person can only afford or find enough food to eat once.