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This expression suggests that having a clear goal or focus in life naturally leads to discipline and good character. When one is dedicated to a specific purpose, their behavior and attributes align to achieve it.

This proverb describes someone who is weak or submissive in their own household but acts tough, brave, or arrogant in public. It is used to mock someone's fake bravado or inconsistent behavior.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where two parties are fundamentally incompatible or have a long-standing, inherent rivalry. Historically, in some regions, these two communities had conflicting interests or customs, leading to the idea that a peaceful agreement between them is nearly impossible. It is applied today to any two people or groups who are naturally at odds.

This is a joke :—the tailors cut up the weavers' cloth.

This expression is used to remark that maturity, wit, or a sense of humor (sarasam) do not automatically develop just because a person grows older. It is often used to criticize someone who is old enough but lacks social grace, romantic sensibility, or intelligence.

This is a humorous and logical Telugu proverb or riddle used to describe exaggeration or the concept of exponential growth/inflation. It highlights how a small issue, if left unchecked or exaggerated, can become absurdly large. It is often used to mock someone who is blowing things out of proportion or to point out the logical fallacy in a sequence of exaggerations.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a minor concern or source of relief is superseded by a larger event, or specifically, that once a major outcome is achieved (the river flowing), the preliminary signs (the rain) are no longer needed. It is often used to imply that after a long-awaited result occurs, the struggles leading up to it come to an end.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a person is only willing to do something or offer their services when it requires very little effort or when the risk is extremely low. It is often used to mock someone who avoids responsibility or hard work but suddenly appears when things become easy or free.

This is an agricultural proverb related to the monsoon. It means that if it rains during the Moola Nakshatram (Moola constellation period), it results in heavy flooding (drowning), whereas rains during Vishakha Nakshatram are accompanied by strong, destructive winds (blowing away/scattering).

This proverb is used to describe a situation where, despite one's efforts or expectations, they end up with something completely useless or unfavorable due to bad luck or destiny. It highlights the irony of a situation where the outcome is far worse than expected, often used when someone gains a partner or a resource that is a liability rather than an asset.

This expression is used to highlight a total lack of compatibility between two people, ideas, or things that are fundamentally different in nature, lifestyle, or principles. It suggests that certain combinations are inherently mismatched and can never work together harmoniously.