అయ్యవార్లంగారి గుర్రం ఎనుబోతయ్యింది

This proverb describes a situation where a tool, rule, or action intended for protection or benefit ends up causing harm or trouble to the person who created or owns it. It is used when someone's own expertise or identity becomes the source of their downfall.

This expression is used to describe a person who is completely indifferent, thick-skinned, or unresponsive to criticism, advice, or warnings. Just as a buffalo remains unbothered and stands still even when it rains heavily, the person remains unaffected by what is being said to them.

This proverb is used to describe a couple or a pair of things where both are equally insignificant, small, or mediocre. It is often used humorously or mockingly to point out that neither person in a partnership has any superior quality or stature over the other.

This expression is used to mean that failures and mistakes only happen to those who actually take initiative or attempt a task. It serves as a word of encouragement to someone who has failed, suggesting that making an effort is more important than the fear of falling, and that those who do nothing never fail but also never succeed.

This expression is used to describe a person who is completely indifferent, thick-skinned, or unaffected by criticism, advice, or warnings. Just as a buffalo remains unbothered and stands still even when it rains heavily, it refers to someone who does not change their behavior regardless of the situation or feedback given to them.

This proverb implies that the physical nature of things doesn't change based on who owns them. It is used to suggest that even if a task is being done for a powerful person or an important cause, the inherent difficulties, risks, or physical pain involved remain the same.

This expression is used to describe a person or a situation where everything is flawed or full of defects. It originated from a story where a poor teacher's horse had no redeeming qualities, and it is now applied to people who possess only negative characteristics or projects that are doomed due to multiple failures.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where an assistant, a subordinate, or a spouse overshadows the main person in terms of presence, demands, or scale. It highlights a humorous or ironic disproportion between two closely related people or things.

This expression is used to describe a place that is extremely cluttered, chaotic, or filled with many things in a disorganized manner. Historically, traditional teachers (Ayya-vaaru) lived in small houses where the central room served as a classroom, library, and storage, leading to a crowded environment.

This proverb advises against extreme emotional swings and over-excitement. It questions the wisdom of becoming overly boastful or elated during success (a cubit) if one is going to fall into deep despair or humiliation (a fathom) later. It encourages maintaining equanimity and moderation in both success and failure.