దూదేకుల వాడికి తుంబ తెగులు

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone makes a massive build-up or a grand introduction to something, but the actual result or conclusion is trivial, disappointing, or an anticlimax. It highlights the vast difference between the effort put into the preparation and the poor quality of the outcome.

This proverb suggests that arguing or talking back incessantly ruins the quality of a conversation, much like how moss pollutes and spoils a body of water. It is used to advise against unnecessary arguments or being argumentative for the sake of it.

This expression is used to describe the aging process, specifically referring to how black hair eventually turns white as one gets older. It highlights the inevitability of aging and the transition into the senior stages of life.

This expression means that no one is immune to mistakes, obsessions, or the flaws of nature, regardless of their status or wisdom. 'Rimma Tegulu' refers to a persistent madness or an uncontrollable urge. It is used to suggest that even the most powerful or enlightened beings can succumb to certain weaknesses or complications.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone who is expected to be an expert in a particular field or profession (often by birth or tradition) claims ignorance of the basic tasks associated with it. It highlights the irony or absurdity of a person lacking the very skill they are known for.

This expression is used to convey that nobody is perfect or immune to troubles, not even the most powerful or knowledgeable beings. It highlights that everyone, regardless of their status or wisdom, has their own weaknesses, flaws, or moments of confusion.

This proverb highlights internal conflicts and self-destruction within a community. It means that the biggest threat or decay to a group usually comes from its own members, much like how moss originates from and eventually covers the water it grows in. It is used to describe situations where people harm their own kind.

This proverb highlights that constant arguing or talking back ruins the quality of a conversation, just as algae/moss spoils the purity of water. It suggests that excessive talkativeness or being argumentative is a negative trait that hinders meaningful communication.

This proverb suggests that just as moss spoils the purity and clarity of water, an obsession with makeup, vanity, or external appearance can ruin the character or integrity of a person. It is used to caution against excessive materialism or preoccupation with looks.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a person of very low status, importance, or capability puts on airs or suffers from problems usually associated with those of higher status. It highlights the irony of someone insignificant having an exaggerated or unlikely issue.

The Hindus' cure for the staggers is branding the flanks and legs with a ploughshare. Applied to measures quite out of proportion to the necessities of the case.