ఎల్లయ్యకు ఎడ్లు లేవు, మల్లయ్యకు మనుష్యులు లేరు

This expression is used to describe a situation where people are making grand plans or discussing business despite having no resources or assets. It highlights the absurdity of people arguing over or managing things they don't actually possess.

This expression is used to describe a catastrophic or overwhelming situation where everything is in chaos. It implies that when natural order is disrupted or when massive troubles converge from all sides, survival becomes impossible. It is often used to describe extreme weather like heavy rains or a series of great misfortunes.

This proverb describes opportunistic behavior and ingratitude. It is used to refer to people who show great respect or flattery toward someone as long as they need a favor, but immediately disregard or insult that person once their objective is achieved.

This proverb describes the behavior of ungrateful people who show great respect and humility toward someone as long as they need a favor, but immediately become dismissive or disrespectful once their purpose is served. It is used to criticize opportunistic behavior and lack of gratitude.

This expression emphasizes the lasting impact and legacy of a person's words, promises, or reputation. While human life is temporary, the things one says or the wisdom one shares endure long after they are gone. It is often used to remind someone to be mindful of their speech or to honor the memory and teachings of the deceased.

This expression is used to describe a person who enters a group or a household and causes constant friction, disputes, or divisions among the members. Just as a porcupine quill is said to cause irritation or bad luck in a home according to folklore, this refers to someone whose presence is destructive to harmony.

This expression highlights the permanence of one's reputation and legacy. While human life is transient and people eventually pass away, the words they spoke, the promises they made, or the impact of their speech endure long after they are gone. It is often used to remind someone to speak wisely or to honor the memory/words of the deceased.

This proverb describes the irony of life where opportunities or resources often come to those who cannot utilize them, while those who have the capability or desire lack the necessary means. It is used to express that life is rarely fair or perfectly balanced.

This expression refers to a situation where someone gives an irrelevant or unrelated answer to a specific question. It is often used to describe a person who is absent-minded or dodging a point by talking about something completely different, similar to the English phrase 'talking at cross-purposes'.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone who was once charming, active, or promising has become dull, lazy, or unresponsive over time. It signifies a negative transformation in personality or utility, often used when a child loses their childhood charm and becomes difficult or slow-witted.