நல்ல குடும்பத்தில் பிறந்தவரிடம் கூட, இல்லாமை வந்து விட்டால், இழிவான சொற்களைச் சொல்லும் தளர்ச்சியை உண்டாக்கி விடும்.

இல்லாமை எனும் கொடுமை, நல்ல குடியில் பிறந்தவர்களிடம் இழிந்த சொல் பிறப்பதற்கான சோர்வை உருவாக்கி விடும்

வறுமை என்பது, நல்ல குடியிற் பிறந்தவரிடத்திலும் இழிவு தரும் சொல் பிறப்பதற்குக் காரணமான சோர்வை உண்டாக்கி விடும்.

Even in those of high birth, poverty will produce the fault of uttering mean words

This Kural verse 1044 emphasizes the negative impact of poverty, even on individuals of noble birth. The verse suggests that poverty can lead to a state of desperation where one may resort to using derogatory or mean words, which is considered a fault or a downfall. The verse highlights the societal pressure and the loss of dignity that comes with poverty. It is a reflection on how financial stability is crucial to uphold one's decorum and social status, irrespective of their noble birth or high lineage. The emphasis here is on the fact that nobility is not just a matter of birth, but it's also about maintaining dignity through decent conduct, which can be compromised in times of poverty. This verse also serves as a reminder that one's words reflect their circumstances and inner state. Therefore, it's important to be empathetic and understanding towards those who may resort to such behavior due to their dire conditions. In essence, Thiruvalluvar, through this verse, portrays the harsh reality of poverty and its capacity to strip away even a noble person's elegance, pushing them to utter mean words.