«شَخْشَخْ يِتْلَمُّوا عَلِيكْ»

On one reading, the shaking is the sound of money in a purse. Let people hear that you have something to spend and they will hurry to surround you. Their company is drawn by your wealth rather than real attachment, so a crowd of friends may say more about your pocket than your worth.

The saying never names what is shaken, so a second reading treats the sound as any jingle or rattle, such as a small bell or a frame drum's metal discs. Here most people run toward whatever makes noise and follow any caller raising a commotion, without asking whether the summons deserves their attention.

Use it wryly when people suddenly appear because something attractive is on offer, such as money, favors, or a spectacle. It is a jaded comment, not sincere advice; aimed at specific people, it can sound like accusing them of caring only about gain or excitement.