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This expression refers to the inconsistency of human speech. Since the tongue is flexible and has no bone (naram) to keep it rigid, it can easily change its stance or twist the truth. It is used to describe people who are unreliable, go back on their word, or change their versions of a story to suit their convenience.

This is used when one laughs unnecessarily or too much. For every action there is a proper place and proper time. When the action does not take these considerations into account, it will land people in trouble or awkward situation.

This proverb humorously suggests that begging is a more reliable or easier way to survive than farming. It implies that while agriculture is dependent on seasons and labor, a beggar can find success through three means: persistent asking, wandering, or evoking sympathy. It is often used to comment on people who prefer dependency or easy paths over hard labor.

This expression describes the behavior of narrow-minded or jealous people who, like frogs in a well, try to pull down anyone who attempts to climb up or succeed. It is used to characterize small-mindedness and the lack of a broader perspective or community support.

This proverb is used to describe the countless ways people can behave irrationally or eccentrically. It suggests that human folly and madness have no limits and can manifest in an infinite variety of forms.

This expression is used to describe elderly people who become overly pedantic, fussy, or eccentric due to their age. It suggests that their stubborn behavior or irrational insistence on minor details is a symptom of aging, much like a physical ailment.

Each person has his/her own types of odd behavior and thinks that that behavior quite normal. Honest criticism by well-meaning friends can help people in realizing the truth about themselves and take appropriate corrective measures.

This proverb is used to describe people who are inconsistent or unreliable in their speech. Since the tongue is flexible (boneless), it can easily twist the truth, make false promises, or change versions of a story to suit the situation. It serves as a warning not to trust everything someone says blindly.

This proverb is used to describe someone who makes excuses to avoid work or pretends to have health issues, but when it comes to resting or enjoying comforts (like sleeping under a warm blanket), they suddenly have no ailments. It highlights hypocrisy or laziness.

This proverb is used to describe how people can easily change their words, lie, or speak inconsistently because the tongue is flexible and lacks structural restraint. It is often a criticism of someone who makes false promises or shifts their stance conveniently.