చావు తప్పి కన్ను లొట్టబోయినట్లు

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone narrowly escapes a major disaster or death, but still suffers a significant loss or minor injury in the process. It is similar to the English phrase 'a narrow escape' or 'escaping by the skin of one's teeth' with a focus on the collateral damage sustained.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone invites another person or calls them near with a pretense of kindness or intimacy, only to insult, criticize, or point out their flaws once they are close. It refers to people who use proximity or friendship as an opportunity to be rude or hurtful.

This expression is used to describe a person who is extremely secretive, elusive, or cunning. It refers to someone who enters and exits without anyone noticing, often used in a derogatory sense to imply a lack of transparency or suspicious behavior.

This expression is used when something that has been long-awaited or achieved after great difficulty turns out to be defective or comes with a significant flaw. It describes a situation where the joy of a hard-won success is dampened by an unexpected problem.

This proverb is used to describe an extremely stubborn, thick-skinned, or shameless person who remains unaffected by criticism, insults, or harsh words. It suggests that just as writing on a surface cannot be 'killed' by stabbing it, some people are immune to verbal rebukes or moral pressure.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone is invited or welcomed under the guise of hospitality or friendship, only to be insulted, criticized, or humiliated once they arrive. It highlights the rudeness of offending a guest after specifically seeking their company.

This proverb describes a situation where someone goes out of their way to call or approach another person, not to help or offer something positive, but merely to point out a flaw or insult them. It is used to describe mean-spirited behavior or unsolicited criticism delivered under the guise of personal attention.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of timing and preparedness in agriculture. If the tools aren't sharp or if the farmer misses the specific sowing window (season), the crop will fail, making the payment of land taxes a total loss. It is used more broadly to signify that performing a task without proper preparation or at the wrong time leads to wasted effort and resources.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone survives a major disaster or crisis but suffers a minor loss or injury in the process. It signifies a narrow escape from a catastrophe where the outcome, although not perfect, is a huge relief compared to what could have happened.

This expression is used to describe partiality or double standards shown by a person. It refers to a situation where someone treats one person or side with kindness and favor (the soft flower) while treating another with harshness or severity (the hard unripe fruit).