బోడిపెత్తనం - కోడికునుకు

This expression describes the early morning routine and work ethic of a traditional farmer. It signifies that as soon as the rooster crows (dawn), the farmer is already at the field yoking the oxen to start work. It is used to emphasize punctuality, diligence, and the start of a productive day.

This expression is used to describe someone who creates a lot of noise, fuss, or unnecessary excitement before actually accomplishing a task. It highlights the behavior of bragging or drawing attention to oneself prematurely.

This expression is used to describe a state of total devastation or complete ruin. Just as burning something results in nothing but useless black charcoal, it implies that a situation or entity has been destroyed beyond repair or recovery.

This proverb describes a situation where an ignorant person takes offense at a compliment or a sophisticated term because they misunderstand its meaning. 'Pubodi' is a poetic term for a beautiful woman (flower-like body), but the person in the proverb hears 'Bodi' (bald/shaven head) and reacts with insults due to their lack of vocabulary and quick temper.

This proverb describes a person who neither does a good deed themselves nor allows others to do it. It is used to criticize dog-in-the-manger behavior where someone obstructs progress or charity despite having no intention of contributing themselves.

Said by a beggar of one from whom he generally received alms.

This proverb describes a situation where a person may be physically away or engaged in other tasks, but their thoughts and concerns remain focused on something precious or important to them. It is often used to describe a parent's constant concern for their children or a person's preoccupation with their primary goal or responsibility.

This proverb describes a situation where an enemy or a predator is put in charge of guarding their natural prey. It is used when someone untrustworthy is appointed to protect a person or asset they would normally exploit or harm, making the protection ironic and futile.

This expression describes someone who is extremely protective, watchful, or possessive over something or someone. It is used to indicate that a person is constantly guarding or keeping a close eye on their interests, much like a hen that refuses to leave its nest while hatching eggs.

This proverb is used to describe a person who lacks common sense or the ability to understand general context. Instead of understanding that a statement refers to a collective group (including themselves), they take it as a personal insult and react defensively by insulting the speaker back.

If an unworthy person is given authority, he will misuse it and destroy the whole organization. One should exercise great caution and proper judgment, while selecting the leaders.