ఇంట్లో ఈగల మోత, బయట సవారీల మోత

This expression describes a hypocritical or manipulative behavior where someone insults or harms a person in public (or treats them poorly elsewhere) and then tries to act humble or seek forgiveness in private. It refers to a person who tries to cover up their public misdeeds with private apologies or subservience.

This expression refers to hypocrisy or deception. It describes a situation or a person who appears attractive, noble, or pleasant on the outside while being corrupt, ugly, or malicious on the inside. It is equivalent to the English concept of a 'whitened sepulchre' or 'all that glitters is not gold'.

All saint without, all devil within.

This expression is used to describe a situation or an asset (like a business, project, or luxury item) that yields high results or prestige but requires an equally high level of maintenance and expenditure. It signifies that big ventures come with big responsibilities and costs.

This proverb describes a person who is extremely timid or submissive at home (often toward a spouse or family) but displays great courage, authority, or intimidation when dealing with the outside world. It highlights the contrast between someone's private vulnerability and their public bravado.

This expression is used to describe a state of uncertainty about the outcome of a situation. It suggests that one doesn't know if a result will be positive or negative, or if a specific action will lead to success or failure. It is often used when embarking on a risky venture or waiting for a result that is out of one's hands.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone has a high social status or a prestigious title, but in reality, they are performing menial tasks or living in poverty. It highlights the contrast between outward reputation and actual condition.

This proverb is used to describe an unfair situation where one person does all the hard labor (the donkey) while someone else reaps all the rewards and luxuries (the horse). It highlights exploitation or inequity in work and reward distribution.

This proverb describes someone who lacks basic necessities at home or in their own life, yet pretends to be wealthy or spends their energy and resources celebrating or interfering in others' affairs. It is used to mock people who ignore their own poverty or problems while putting on a show for the public.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone tries to escape their current problems or responsibilities by taking a drastic step, only to find themselves burdened with even more difficult or tedious tasks than before. It highlights that shortcuts or running away from reality often lead to more complications.

This expression describes someone attempting to do something grand or complex in a situation that lacks the necessary depth or resources. It refers to an effort that is redundant, awkward, or impossible due to the restrictive environment.