కాలం కానప్పుడు ఆలే తేలై కరుస్తుంది

Adverse circumstances make matters worse when times are not favorable.

This expression emphasizes the importance of physical health and self-reliance. It implies that as long as a person is physically capable and mobile, they can work, earn, and sustain themselves without depending on others.

This proverb describes the height of misfortune. It implies that when a person is going through a period of extreme bad luck or ill-fate, even the most harmless and trusted things around them will turn hostile and cause them harm. It is used to express that no amount of precaution can save someone if their time is bad.

This expression refers to the natural and inevitable sequence of events. It is often used to describe situations where things are happening as they normally should, or to imply that despite certain activities or noise (like people talking or complaining), life goes on and natural processes continue.

This proverb conveys the idea of fatalism or destiny. It means that when someone's bad time or end arrives, even the most harmless and familiar things can turn into sources of danger or destruction. It is used to describe situations where everything goes wrong despite precautions.

This expression means that as long as a person is physically healthy and capable of working, they can sustain themselves and live independently. It is often used to emphasize the importance of health and self-reliance in old age, suggesting that life is manageable as long as one is not bedridden or dependent on others for basic movement.

This proverb is used to describe a period of misfortune where everything seems to go wrong. It implies that when one is going through a streak of bad luck, even harmless objects or trusted situations can unexpectedly cause harm or turn against them.

This proverb describes the traditional rural economy of self-sufficiency. Selling a pig provides a large lump sum of money used to clear long-standing or significant debts, while selling chickens or eggs provides smaller, frequent income to handle daily expenses or immediate small loans.

This expression highlights that people often fail to appreciate the value, hard work, and sacrifices of a father while he is alive. His importance is truly felt only after he is no longer there to provide support and protection. It is used to advise people to respect and care for their parents while they are still living.

This expression emphasizes the permanence and importance of one's promises or speech. While time is fleeting and situations change, the words you speak—especially promises or insults—leave a lasting impact and are remembered long after the moment has passed. It is used to advise someone to be careful with their words or to honor their commitments.