గొర్రె ఎంత ఎదిగినా తోక బెత్తెడే.

This proverb is used to describe limitations that remain constant despite growth or progress. It highlights that certain inherent traits or shortcomings do not change even if someone gains power, wealth, or age. It is often used to humble someone who is acting overly important or to point out that some things have a natural, fixed limit.

This proverb refers to the Silk Cotton tree (Burugu), whose fruit contains only fluff and no edible pulp. It is used to describe a situation where something appears grand, impressive, or promising from the outside (like the height of the tree), but is ultimately useless or provides no real benefit to the seeker (like the parrot). It warns against being deceived by outward appearances or high expectations from things that lack substance.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a victim seeks sympathy from a natural enemy or a cruel person. It suggests that it is futile to expect compassion or justice from those whose nature it is to exploit or harm you.

This expression is used to describe a state of extreme pride, arrogance, or overwhelming joy where a person feels superior or 'on top of the world'. It implies that the person is so conceited or elated that they feel they have almost reached heaven.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where there is no space left for anything else because of an overwhelming presence or over-utilization. It is often used to criticize someone who is being overly demanding or when a space/situation is so crowded or filled with one thing that practical functions cannot be carried out.

This proverb is used to describe people or situations that have inherent limitations regardless of progress, time, or growth. It suggests that some things have a natural, fixed limit that cannot be exceeded, or it can be used to mock someone who, despite their achievements or status, remains small-minded or limited in their capacity.

This expression is used to describe a person with a very small appetite or someone who consumes very little. It implies that the amount required to satisfy them is negligible, much like the tiny amount of food a small bird eats.

This expression is used to describe someone who becomes extremely furious, aggressive, or reacts with intense anger when provoked. Just as a cobra strikes back instantly and fiercely when its tail is trodden upon, this phrase characterizes a person's sudden and violent retaliation to an insult or injury.

This expression is used to describe something that is naturally limited or small by its very nature. It suggests that one should not expect more than what is possible or inherent in a person or situation. It is often used to tell someone to stay within their limits or to describe a person's limited influence or capacity.

This expression is used to describe a state of extreme joy, pride, or elation where someone feels like they are on top of the world. It is often used to describe someone who is acting overly arrogant or is so happy that they feel they have almost reached heaven.