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This proverb describes a person who buys something very small or cheap but expects a disproportionately large or valuable item for free (kosaru). It is used to mock someone's unreasonable greed or lack of proportion in dealings.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone demands or expects a free addition (bonus) that is far more valuable or larger than the actual item they paid for. It highlights greediness or unreasonable expectations in transactions.

This proverb highlights the burdens and complications that come with property ownership. It suggests that even the smallest amount of asset or land brings disproportionately large problems, taxes, or disputes along with it.

This agricultural proverb highlights the relationship between seasonal rains and crop yields. It suggests that if a plant gets a good start during the Magha Nakshatram (rainy period), it will grow robustly and yield a massive harvest by the Kartika season.

This proverb is used to describe someone who is willing to endure verbal abuse or harsh criticism as long as there is a tangible material gain or reward at the end. It highlights the preference for practical benefits over temporary insults.

This proverb describes a situation where a resource is so easily accessible or exposed that it inevitably gets consumed or exploited by others. Just as a crop field located right at the village entrance is constantly raided by sparrows, an asset without proper protection or privacy will be taken advantage of by everyone around it.

This expression is used when someone employs excessive force, power, or a highly sophisticated solution for a very small, insignificant problem or a weak opponent. It highlights the mismatch between the intensity of the action and the simplicity of the task.

This proverb highlights that size or status does not matter when faced with the right tool or authority meant to handle it. It is used to describe situations where a small but powerful entity (like a blade or a person in authority) can easily manage or control something much larger or seemingly superior.

This expression is used to describe a situation where a massive or overwhelming burden, punishment, or disaster befalls someone who is very small, weak, or insignificant. It highlights a complete mismatch in scale, suggesting that the impact is far greater than what the victim can handle or endure.

This proverb highlights that even immense intelligence or talent can sometimes be overshadowed by a small amount of good fortune. It is used to describe situations where hard work and wisdom fail to achieve what a lucky break manages to accomplish instantly.