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“ ആനക്കു കൊമ്പുഘനമൊ”
English Translation:
Are its own tusks ever too heavy a burden for the elephant? (One’s natural duties, innate talents, and family obligations are never an unbearable load.)

“ കുന്നൊളം പൊന്നുകൊടുത്താലും കുന്നിയൊളം സ്ഥാനം കിട്ടാ”
English Translation:
Even if you pay a mountain of gold, you cannot buy an ounce of genuine honor. (Dignity, character, and noble standing cannot be purchased with money.)

“ പന്നിക്കെന്തിനു പാറക്കോലു”
English Translation:
Why does a swine need an iron crowbar? (Providing sophisticated instruments to someone whose natural instincts are enough, or who has no idea how to use them.)