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This proverb describes people who are so overwhelmed by their work or circumstances that they lose track of time or physical comfort. A washerwoman (Chakali) is often so busy washing clothes until dark that she doesn't realize the day has ended, and those in extreme poverty or labor-intensive roles may work to the point where they don't even have the luxury of a proper bed or rest. It is used to describe tireless labor or being completely engrossed in one's duties.

This proverb is used to describe a person who lacks self-respect or decency, repeatedly bothering others or behaving inappropriately without feeling any embarrassment. Just as a pest continues to destroy a plant despite efforts to remove it, a shameless person continues their annoying behavior regardless of social cues or rebukes.

This proverb describes a beginner's lack of experience and sense of timing. Just as a novice farmer might work at the wrong time or over-exert himself without knowing when to stop, it refers to any newcomer who lacks the seasoned judgment that comes with experience.

This proverb highlights two human tendencies: when a person is consumed by strong desire or greed, they lose their sense of dignity or shame to achieve what they want. Similarly, when a person is extremely tired or sleepy, they do not care about the quality of the bed or surroundings; they can fall asleep anywhere regardless of comfort.

When a person is very hungry anything tastes good; when very sleepy, one does not require the usual comfort one looks for.

This proverb describes how extreme circumstances change human behavior. A person who is starving or in desperate poverty loses their sense of shame because survival becomes their only priority. Conversely, a person who is blinded by wealth, power, or arrogance often ignores social boundaries, ethics, and family ties (kinship). It is used to comment on how desperation and vanity can both erode a person's character.

This expression means that when a person is truly exhausted, they do not care about the luxury or comfort of the bed; and when a person is extremely hungry, they do not care about the taste or quality of the food. It is used to describe how basic biological needs override preferences for luxury or quality in extreme situations.

This proverb highlights how basic human instincts and intense emotions override physical circumstances or social norms. When a person is extremely hungry, they do not care about the quality or taste of the food; when someone is exhausted, they can sleep anywhere regardless of the comfort level; and when someone is deeply in love, they disregard social embarrassment or shame to pursue their feelings.

This proverb highlights two harsh realities: first, that intense desire or greed often blinds a person to moral or ethical wrongs (doing anything to achieve a goal); second, that a person running a business (like an innkeeper or caterer) is driven by profit and cannot afford to give away food for free or act out of pure merit/charity.

This expression suggests that intense desire or lust does not care for timing, circumstances, or appropriateness. It is used to describe a state where a person's impulses override their judgment of when and where it is suitable to act.