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This proverb is based on agricultural observations regarding the 'Chitta' nakshatram (a specific period in the lunar calendar). It suggests that rainfall during this time is highly unpredictable and localized, falling in one spot while leaving a nearby area dry. It is used metaphorically to describe situations that are inconsistent, whimsical, or depend entirely on the unpredictable will of a person or nature.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the 'Svati' Nakshatra (lunar mansion). It suggests that crops sown during this period, accompanied by the specific seasonal rains (kopulu), yield the best results. It is used to emphasize the importance of timing and natural conditions in achieving success.

This expression refers to something that has an incredibly short lifespan or a project that ends almost as soon as it begins. It is based on the lunar mansions (Nakshatras) 'Chitta' and 'Swati' which occur consecutively; implying that something lasted only for a fleeting moment.

This expression describes someone waiting with intense longing, hope, or deep concentration for a specific favorable opportunity. It is based on the folklore that oyster shells open up during the Swati Nakshatra rain to catch a drop and turn it into a pearl.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the lunar mansions (Karthulu). It means that if there is good rainfall during the Chitta and Swati periods, and if the Vishakha winds are not destructive, the harvest will be so bountiful that even a tiny piece of land (Veesam) will yield a huge quantity (Putti) of grain.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the rainy season and the harvest of Jowar (Sorghum). It explains the ideal weather conditions needed during specific lunar mansions (Nakshatras) for a bumper crop. 'Chitta' needs rainfall, 'Swati' should be cool/pleasant, and 'Vishakha' should not have heavy winds that knock the grain down. If these conditions are met, even a tiny amount of seed (Visa) will yield a massive harvest (Puttedu).

This is a traditional agricultural saying referring to the 'Chitta' monsoon period. It implies that light showers during this specific time are highly beneficial for crops, bringing immense happiness and prosperity to farmers.

This is an agricultural proverb related to the lunar mansions (Nakshatras). It describes the ideal weather conditions for a bumper paddy crop: good rain during Chitta, cool weather during Swati, and no destructive winds during Vishakha. If these conditions are met, the harvest during Anuradha will be so plentiful that there will be enough food for everyone.

This expression is used to describe something that is transient, inconsistent, or lacks substance. Just as clouds in the Shravana month often pass without heavy rain and showers during the Chitta Nakshatra are brief and scattered, it refers to efforts or promises that appear significant but result in very little.

This expression refers to the rare and timely occurrence of two favorable events happening together. In astrology/agriculture, Chitta and Swathi are consecutive lunar mansions (nakshatras). It is used to describe a perfect synchronization or a fortunate coincidence where everything falls perfectly into place.