ఏటికి ఎప్పుడు పోయినావు ఇసుక ఎప్పుడు తెచ్చినావు అంటే, ఆడవారు తలిస్తే అది ఎంతసేపు అన్నదట—మొగవారు తలిస్తే ఇది ఎంతసేపు అని నాలుగు బాదినాడట.

This proverb is used to convey that an inferior person or object can never match the stature, dignity, or quality of a superior one, regardless of how much external growth or wealth they acquire. It highlights that intrinsic nature and worth cannot be changed by superficial improvements.

This expression is used to describe a situation where a person who is an expert at solving others' problems finds themselves struggling significantly when a similar problem affects them personally. It highlights how personal involvement can make a task feel more difficult or time-consuming than when doing it for others.

This proverb describes a state of constant insecurity or precariousness. Just as a tree on a river bank is at constant risk of being uprooted by erosion or floods, it refers to a person or a situation that lacks stability and is always under threat of downfall.

Said of a man in an insecure position.

This expression describes someone who is affectionate or kind only when they want something (often sexual or personal favors) but becomes cruel, rude, or indifferent once their need is met. It is used to highlight hypocrisy and selfish behavior in relationships.

This proverb describes a hypocrite or a lazy person who makes up convenient excuses to suit their whims. It refers to people who justify their actions with grand promises when it's convenient, but abandon those same principles immediately when they no longer wish to follow them. It is used to mock inconsistent behavior and flimsy rationalizations.

This proverb is used to describe a person who lacks legitimate authority or external validation and instead relies on self-proclamations or self-awarded honors. It mocks those who boast about achievements or titles they have unilaterally claimed without any basis in truth or merit.

This proverb is used to describe a temporary sense of freedom or authority. It refers to a situation where someone enjoys power or pleasure only because their superior or person in charge is momentarily absent, and they know the fun will end the moment that authority figure returns.

This is a sarcastic or cynical proverb used to describe a situation where someone has absolute power or authority to inflict something—either positive or negative. Just as Lord Brahma (the creator) can grant infinite life, a dominant or abusive person can provide an endless supply of trouble or punishment if they set their mind to it. It highlights the inevitability of consequences when someone in power is determined to act.

This proverb highlights the constant state of anxiety and uncertainty faced by those who rely on illegal or unethical activities. Just as a thief's wife lives in perpetual fear that her husband might be caught or killed at any moment, people involved in wrongdoing can never enjoy true peace of mind because the consequences of their actions are always looming.

This proverb highlights the transient and opportunistic nature of human relationships. It suggests that people often stay around others only for selfish reasons—either for money or physical attraction—and may desert them once those assets are gone. It is used to describe fair-weather friends or superficial bonds.