గంధపొడిలో బూరగ పట్టినట్టు

Used to describe a situation that is logically impossible, highly improbable, or a baseless allegation. Just as lice cannot live on a head without hair, this expression mocks claims or events that lack any foundation or sense.

This expression is used to describe a situation where something loud, crude, or inappropriate ruins a delicate or refined atmosphere. It highlights the mismatch between something coarse (the loud noise of a trumpet) and something subtle and precious (fragrant sandalwood powder).

This expression is used to describe someone who goes to extremes or becomes obsessively persistent in whatever task they undertake. It can also refer to someone who consistently encounters bad luck or complications in every endeavor they start, as if it were cursed or jinxed.

This expression is used to describe getting stuck in a situation where you cannot move forward, yet letting go or moving back is equally painful or difficult. It represents a 'stuck between a rock and a hard place' scenario where any action taken results in hurt or complication.

This expression describes something that is incredibly rare or practically impossible to find. Just as one wouldn't expect to find a fish (booraga) in dry sandalwood powder, it is used to mock an absurd situation or to describe a search that is futile because the object doesn't belong in that environment.

This proverb is used to describe a person who lacks the refinement, knowledge, or aesthetic sense to appreciate the value or quality of something superior. It is similar to the English expression 'casting pearls before swine.'

Literally referring to the Mimosa pudica plant, this expression is used to describe a person who is extremely sensitive, shy, or gets easily offended or hurt by even the slightest comment or touch.

This expression refers to someone who works hard on something valuable or possesses great knowledge but does not understand its worth or benefit from it personally. Just as a donkey carries fragrant sandalwood but only feels the heavy weight and not the aroma, it describes a person with superficial involvement in something profound.

This proverb is used to describe a person who cannot change their inherent nature or lack of refinement, regardless of how much wealth, education, or luxury is bestowed upon them. It suggests that external appearances or decorations cannot hide one's true character or stupidity.

This expression is used to describe something that is completely impossible, highly improbable, or a miracle. A dry, dead wooden pestle (rokali) can never grow new leaves or buds; therefore, it refers to situations where a hopeless cause suddenly shows life or an impossible task is claimed to be achieved.