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“ കുഞ്ഞിപക്ഷിക്കു കുഞ്ഞിക്കൂടു”
English Translation:
For a tiny bird, a tiny nest is sufficient. (Keep your needs, lifestyle, and ambitions proportioned to your modest means and size.)

“ മൂത്തതു നന്നെങ്കിൽ മൂന്നും നന്നു”
English Translation:
If the eldest is upright and capable, all three will turn out well. (The tone set by the firstborn, pioneer, or leader determines the discipline and success of the followers who come behind.)

“ ചുളയില്ലാത്ത ചക്കയും കട്ടു, ചമ്പാടൻവഴക്കുമുണ്ടായി”
English Translation:
Stole a jackfruit that had not a single sweet flake inside, and ended up with a massive public brawl to boot. (Taking immense risks and inviting public ruin for a prize that turns out to be utterly worthless.)