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This proverb is used to criticize someone who aspires for great responsibilities or high positions while failing to handle small, basic tasks. It emphasizes that competence at a smaller scale is a prerequisite for larger leadership roles.

This expression is used to describe a situation where money lent to someone is unlikely to be repaid. Just as a stone has no value in financial transactions and cannot be changed or utilized, a bad debt is considered a dead asset. It serves as a warning or a philosophical acceptance of a financial loss.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone has great potential or a favorable fate, but unfortunate circumstances or bad luck force them into a lowly or difficult position. It highlights the irony of having a grand destiny on paper while suffering through a harsh reality.

This traditional proverb reflects old societal beliefs regarding gender roles. It suggests that the success or harmony of a family is traditionally attributed to the woman's destiny and character, while the survival and legacy of children are linked to the man's destiny. It is used to highlight the perceived responsibilities and spiritual 'writing on the forehead' (fate) of individuals within a family unit.

This proverb refers to the concept of destiny or fate. It suggests that what is destined to happen (written on one's forehead by the creator) cannot be changed by human effort or will. It is used to express that certain outcomes are inevitable.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone has grand dreams or high aspirations, but their actual reality or destiny remains miserable and full of hard labor. It highlights the stark contrast between one's fantasies and their practical circumstances.

This expression is used to describe a person with an incredibly strong digestive system or a very young, energetic individual capable of eating and digesting anything. It is often said of youth to highlight their physical vigor and high metabolism.

This proverb is a sarcastic take on incompetence and nepotism. It describes how people who lack basic skills for a job are often shuffled into unnecessary or invented administrative roles ('clerk' positions) where they contribute nothing but still consume resources. It is used to mock bureaucracy or people who hold titles without having the actual capability to perform work.

This expression refers to an anonymous person who spreads rumors, writes anonymous letters, or makes baseless allegations without revealing their identity. It is typically used to describe the source of an unsigned complaint or a prank call.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone's fate or destiny seems to have been predetermined for an early or sudden end. It is often used when discussing tragic, untimely events or a series of unfortunate circumstances that led to a quick downfall, implying that it was written in their 'karma' or 'fate' (talavrata) to perish or fail at that specific moment.