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This proverb highlights that certain things are inherently unpleasant or undesirable. Stagnant well water loses its freshness and becomes unhealthy, just as goat's milk is often considered less desirable or 'smelly' compared to cow's milk in traditional contexts. It is used to describe things that have lost their quality over time or are naturally unappealing.

This proverb highlights the low value or inefficiency of certain choices. Just as finger millets are considered a poor substitute for a primary crop and goats are seen as a humble or unstable form of wealth compared to cattle or gold, the expression is used to describe situations where something is barely sufficient or lacks true substance and prosperity.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of dignity and responsibility. It suggests that living without self-respect or social honor is loathsome. Additionally, it highlights the traditional social expectation that a man must be capable of providing for and protecting his wife, failing which his existence is seen as futile or disgraceful.

This proverb highlights the physical and social hardships of old age. It suggests that while many things in life can be unpleasant, the infirmity, dependency, and loss of dignity often associated with extreme old age are the most difficult to endure.

This proverb describes the human tendency to quickly get bored with old, familiar things and become easily fascinated by anything new. It is often used to comment on people who abandon traditions or long-term possessions in favor of the latest trends, or when someone loses interest in something they once valued.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone starts a task or a journey with a specific, often simple or solitary intention, but ends up involved in something much more complex, crowded, or messy than anticipated.

This proverb is used to describe the inherent nature, lineage, or capabilities of a person. It suggests that one's true character or potential is determined by their origin and cannot be changed, emphasizing that a strong person will remain strong and a weak person will remain weak regardless of the circumstances.

Cat after kind.

This expression is used to describe someone who demands a reward or payment even for a task that is inherently beneficial or provides for them anyway. It highlights the absurdity of asking for extra incentives to do something that is basic or self-serving.

This proverb highlights the loss of self-respect one faces when staying permanently at a spouse's home (typically referring to a son-in-law) without any financial independence or status. It is used to advise people to maintain their dignity and self-sufficiency rather than relying on their in-laws' hospitality after losing their own means.

The result that can be achieved depends on the resources available.