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This proverb is used to describe a person who cannot keep secrets or stop talking ill of others. It implies that a habitual gossip or a person with a loose tongue will always find a way to blabber, regardless of any attempts to restrain or silence them.

This expression highlights that hunger is the best sauce. It implies that when someone is genuinely hungry, the specific side dishes or quality of food do not matter as much as the satisfaction of eating. It is used to describe a situation where necessity or intense desire makes even the simplest thing seem wonderful.

This is a humorous and sarcastic proverb used to mock people who procrastinate or make grand plans based on things they don't yet possess. It highlights the absurdity of worrying about a secondary problem (how to cook/eat) when a foundational or impossible disaster has occurred (a rat carrying away a heavy clay stove). It is used when someone's excuses for not doing a task are nonsensical or when they have waited too long and lost the opportunity entirely.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone seeks comfort, relief, or help from a trusted person, but instead of finding rest, they are pushed into a more difficult, uncomfortable, or awkward situation. It highlights the irony of getting additional trouble instead of the expected solace.

This proverb highlights that certain bad habits are hard to break. Just as someone who has eaten something messy (charcoal) cannot hide the evidence or stop the discomfort, a person habitual to gossiping or bad-mouthing others cannot restrain themselves from doing it again. It is used to describe people who are prone to constant criticism or spreading rumors.

This proverb describes a situation where a person in charge of distributing resources or food manages to take a portion for themselves first, or benefits the most from the distribution process. It is often used to refer to minor perks or 'leakages' that occur when someone handles wealth or goods.

This proverb is used to describe someone who lacks discipline, grace, or consistency in their actions. It refers to a person whose behavior is neither dignified (like a proper rider) nor satisfied/content (like someone who has had a good meal), indicating a state of being unrefined or chaotic.

This proverb warns against trusting a person with a known history of dishonesty or theft. It implies that if you enter into a partnership or trust someone who is habitually untrustworthy, you shouldn't be surprised when they eventually betray you or steal your belongings. It is used to describe situations where someone suffers a loss due to their own poor judgment in choosing associates.

This proverb highlights shared responsibility and the consequences of poor associations. It means that if a leader or a partner goes back on their word or commits a mistake, those who supported or followed them must endure the resulting hardships or losses.

This proverb suggests that one should utilize their own resources and comforts rather than opting for inferior or inconvenient alternatives. It is used to question why someone would choose a difficult or unnecessary path when they already have a settled and comfortable option available.