చెట్టు మీద వాడు జుట్టు మీదకి ఎక్కాడు

This expression is used to highlight that one's nature, quality, or output is determined by their origin or character. Just as a toxic or weed-like plant (Jilledu) cannot produce a sweet fruit (Mango), one cannot expect greatness, kindness, or high-quality results from a person or source that lacks those inherent qualities.

This is the Telugu equivalent of the 'Chicken or the egg' paradox. It is used to describe a circular argument or a situation where it is impossible to determine which of two interacting things is the cause of the other.

This proverb emphasizes the necessity of effort and action. Even if something is readily available or seemingly within reach (like flowers on a tree), one must still take the initiative to go and get it. It is used to remind someone that success requires work and won't just fall into their lap.

This expression refers to a stroke of luck or a coincidence where a random action unexpectedly hits the target or solves a problem. It is used to describe a situation where success is achieved by chance rather than by skill or planning, often implying that one lucky event followed another.

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 expression is used to describe a person who stands safely on the sidelines or on the shore and gives excessive advice or boastful suggestions to someone who is actually struggling in a difficult situation (like someone struggling in the water). It highlights how easy it is to criticize or provide solutions when one is not personally facing the risk or hard work.

This is a rhythmic expression used to describe the onset of evening or dusk. It signifies the end of a long day when birds return to their homes and the elderly retire to rest, symbolizing a time for everyone to settle down.

This expression refers to something that is extremely fragile, unstable, or easily destroyed. The drumstick tree (Moringa) is known for its brittle branches that break easily, making a nest built on it very insecure. It is used to describe a precarious situation or a weak foundation.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone is already in a state of utter ruin or massive loss, making smaller additional losses or specific details of the damage irrelevant. It suggests that when a catastrophic event occurs, worrying about minor consequences is pointless.

This expression is used to mock someone who is overly optimistic or delusional about a task that is barely started. It describes a situation where a person treats a distant or unachieved goal as if it is already accomplished, while in reality, a significant amount of effort or many more steps are still required.