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“ കരയുന്ന കുട്ടിക്കെ പാൽ ഉള്ളൂ”
English Translation:
Only the weeping child gets fed with milk. (The squeaky wheel gets the grease; one must vocalize a need to receive attention.)

“ ചുമലിൽ ഇരുന്നു ചെവി തിന്നരുതു”
English Translation:
Do not sit perched on someone’s shoulders and gnaw at their ears. (Never abuse, insult, or exploit the patron who is actively carrying and supporting you.)

“ ഇല്ലത്ത് പഴയരിയെങ്കിൽ ചെല്ലുന്നെടത്തും പഴയരി”
English Translation:
If stale rice is your lot at home, stale rice will follow you wherever you go. (A persistent run of misfortune or humble standing cannot be shaken off simply by changing geography.)