దిశమొల వాడి దగ్గరకు దిగంబరుడు వచ్చి బట్ట అడిగాడట

This proverb describes a futile situation where someone seeks help or resources from another person who is in the same or even worse state of deprivation. It highlights the irony of asking for something from someone who clearly does not possess it.

This proverb describes a situation where someone asks for help or resources from another person who is even worse off than themselves. It highlights the absurdity of seeking assistance from someone who lacks even the most basic necessities or is in a state of absolute poverty.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone asks for help from a person who is in the same or worse situation than themselves. It highlights the irony of seeking resources or support from those who possess nothing.

This expression describes a situation where someone suddenly becomes humble, respectful, or starts calling an enemy 'brother' only when faced with an immediate, life-threatening danger or severe punishment. It is used to mock people who only show manners or submission when they are under duress.

This proverb highlights two extremes where a person loses their rational thinking or common sense: when facing imminent death (due to fear and panic) and when overwhelmed by lust or infatuation. It is used to describe situations where a person acts irrationally under the influence of extreme fear or intense desire.

This proverb describes a streak of extreme bad luck. It is used when a person who is already suffering or in a poor state attempts to improve their situation or do a simple task, only to be met with an even bigger, unexpected disaster that makes things worse.

This proverb highlights the fleeting nature of philosophical realizations or remorse. People often express deep wisdom or regret during somber moments (like a funeral), but quickly return to their usual habits and desires once they are back in the comfort of their daily lives.

In Telugu, 'Chevi' can mean both 'ear' and 'key'. This expression refers to a situation where two parties must cooperate because they each hold a vital part of a solution, or more colloquially, it describes a situation where authority or access is divided, preventing any one person from acting independently.

This proverb describes a situation where someone who is in need or lacks something tries to help another person in the same predicament. It signifies a futile or ironic act where the helper is just as helpless as the one being helped, making the assistance ineffective.

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.