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This expression is used sarcastically to describe someone who claims to be an expert or possesses great qualities in areas where they are actually very poor or unsuitable. Just as a camel is not a standard for grace and a donkey's bray is not considered melodic music, it mocks a person's lack of talent or aesthetic sense in a specific field.

This expression is used to describe situations where someone's genuine distress or serious problems are dismissed as a joke or ignored because of their reputation. Just as people might laugh thinking a comedian is acting when they are actually in pain, or fail to notice a monkey's erratic behavior because monkeys are naturally hyperactive, it highlights the irony of being ignored when you most need help.

This is a sarcastic proverb used to describe people who have absolutely no taste or knowledge in a particular subject yet act as critics. It highlights the irony of seeking an opinion from someone who possesses the exact opposite of the quality being discussed, as donkeys are known for harsh braying and camels are traditionally viewed as awkward-looking.

This expression is used to highlight that mere words, sweet talk, or artistic efforts cannot achieve practical or physical results that require hard work or specific action. It serves as a reminder that some tasks cannot be accomplished through simple persuasion or talent alone, similar to saying 'words don't butter parsnips'.

This ironic proverb is used to mock someone who lacks talent or aesthetic appeal but behaves as if they possess them. A camel is traditionally considered unattractive and a donkey's braying is harsh; therefore, using them as standards for beauty and music highlights a complete lack of those qualities.

This proverb emphasizes that both marital alliances and rivalries (fights) should occur between equals. In marriage, it suggests that compatibility in status, wealth, and background ensures a smooth relationship; in conflict, it implies that one should only engage with an opponent of equal strength for a fair or meaningful outcome.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of appropriate expression and appreciation. Just as a horse is identified by its neighing, music should evoke a pleasant expression or a smile (ikilintha) from the listener. It is used to suggest that every action or art form has a natural, fitting response or characteristic that defines its quality.

This expression highlights the contrast in rewards for different types of work. It implies that while professional or strict work earns a fixed wage (coins), selfless or charitable acts earn immense respect and a legacy (villages). It is often used to describe how being precise and firm has its own small value, but being generous or offering things for free can win people's hearts or have vast social consequences.

This sarcastic proverb is used to mock someone who lacks talent or quality in a specific area but thinks highly of themselves. Since camels are not conventionally considered beautiful and a donkey's braying is not musical, it highlights a mismatch between a person's claims and reality.

This is a humorous and satirical expression used to describe complex, abstract, or overly intellectual talk that lacks clarity. It suggests that when a conversation becomes so convoluted that neither the person speaking nor the person listening knows what is going on, it is often pretentiously labeled as 'Vedanta' (philosophy).