ఆకువేసి, నేలమీద వడ్డించినట్లు.

This expression is used when someone assists an already cruel or harmful person in their wrongdoings, thereby enabling more damage. It describes a situation where a dangerous person is provided with the exact tool or opportunity they need to cause further destruction.

This proverb describes a situation where someone takes out their frustration or anger on an innocent person or an inanimate object because they cannot confront the actual person who caused the anger. It is used to highlight displaced aggression or venting on a weaker or easier target.

This proverb describes a situation where someone asks a very basic or silly question about something they have been involved in or practicing for a long time. It highlights ignorance, lack of attention, or a failure to grasp the fundamentals despite long-term exposure.

This expression is used to describe someone who tries to gain practical skills or experience through theoretical study alone, without ever entering the actual field of action. Just as one cannot learn to swim without getting into the water, certain tasks cannot be mastered without real-world practice.

This proverb highlights two types of people who act without social inhibition: those who own or work in orchards/gardens (who speak freely or protect their crop) and those who are seated as guests of honor or elders (who feel entitled to speak their mind or demand service). It is used to describe situations where people act bluntly or assertively without worrying about social niceties.

This expression is used to describe a person who blames their tools, environment, or others for their own lack of skill or failure. It is equivalent to the English proverb 'A bad workman always blames his tools'.

This expression refers to something that is temporary, unreliable, or lacks permanence. Just as writing on the surface of water disappears instantly, this phrase is used to describe promises that are easily broken or plans that have no solid foundation.

This proverb highlights that if the person in power or authority is your well-wisher or relative, you will receive benefits regardless of your position or status. It is often used to describe nepotism or the advantage of having influential connections.

This expression is used to describe a total loss or a situation where a deal results in losing both the profit and the initial capital. It signifies a complete failure of an investment or a scheme where nothing is recovered.

This expression is used to describe someone who is overly impatient or seeks immediate benefits from an action that takes time to bear fruit. It highlights the absurdity of wanting to share the results right after the initial effort is made, without allowing for the natural growth process.