ఐదునాళ్ళు పైచాలే తోలినట్లు

This expression describes a situation or problem that initially appeared massive, daunting, or overwhelming (like a mountain) but turned out to be insignificant, trivial, or easily resolved (like light cork) in the end. It is often used to describe anticlimactic events or when a big threat fizzles out into nothing.

This expression is used to describe a person who is already mischievous or foolish by nature, but then encounters a situation or consumes something that makes their behavior even more erratic or uncontrollable. It signifies a bad situation becoming significantly worse due to unnecessary additions.

This proverb is used to describe a person who is overly stubborn or arrogant, refusing to admit defeat even when they have clearly lost or failed. It characterizes someone who tries to save face by making excuses or claiming a moral victory despite an obvious failure.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone goes out with the greedy intention of gaining something for free or through exploitation, but ends up losing even what they already possessed. It highlights the irony of a person suffering a loss while trying to profit from others' misfortune.

This is a traditional Telugu saying related to seasonal cycles. Toli Ekadashi marks the beginning of festivals and the rainy season (Dakshinayana), which coincides with the ripening of the first palmyra fruits (Taati Pandu). It is used to describe things that arrive or happen exactly at the right time according to nature's calendar.

This expression is used to describe someone who makes grand claims or performs 'heroic' acts in a safe, restricted environment where there is no actual risk or challenge. It refers to a person who boasts about their abilities without ever facing real-world testing or competition.

This proverb highlights the essential requirements for survival and productivity. Just as a crop cannot grow or yield without a supply of water, a manual laborer or farmer cannot function or stay healthy without their basic morning sustenance (ambali). It emphasizes that ignoring basic needs leads to inevitable failure.

This expression describes a situation where one is trying to perform a task in extremely unfavorable or difficult conditions. Just as a harrow (a farming tool) cannot move smoothly or effectively in a stony field, it signifies effort that is constantly interrupted, noisy, or yielding poor results due to the environment or circumstances.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb specifying the effort needed for different crops. It implies that paddy requires intensive plowing (ten times) to ensure the soil is soft and water-retentive, while castor seeds, being hardier, require less (six times). It is used to emphasize that different tasks require different levels of preparation and effort.

This proverb is used to describe an eccentric or foolish person who gets distracted or stuck on a simple, initial task, taking an excessive amount of time to accomplish something that should be quick. It mocks those who lack focus or common sense in practical situations.