కాలు త్రొక్కిన వేళ కంకణం కట్టిన వేళ.

This expression is used to describe someone who acts recklessly or makes a mistake first, and only tries to be cautious or offers advice on safety after the damage is already done. It highlights the irony of being careful too late.

This expression refers to a situation involving extreme luck or an accidental achievement. The Lavoka is a type of quail; if a person happens to step on one (implying the bird was too blind or slow to fly away), it is considered a matter of pure chance rather than the person's skill. It is used to describe someone who succeeds by fluke or random coincidence.

This expression is used to describe something that appears intact on the outside but is completely hollow or empty on the inside. It originates from the folk belief that when an elephant swallows a wood apple, the fruit remains whole through the digestive process, but the pulp inside disappears mysteriously. It is often used to refer to sudden losses, empty promises, or wealth that vanishes without a trace.

This expression means that it is better to avoid a bad situation or a known problem altogether rather than getting involved and then trying to fix the consequences. It is used to advise someone to stay away from trouble or unnecessary complications from the start.

This proverb is used to advise someone to avoid getting into trouble or making a mistake in the first place, rather than trying to fix it later. It is similar to the English saying 'Prevention is better than cure.' It suggests that one should use foresight to avoid messy situations instead of wasting effort resolving them.

This expression refers to the auspiciousness and good fortune associated with bringing home a new cow or a new bride. It implies that certain events or arrivals bring luck, prosperity, and a change in the family's destiny. It is often used to emphasize the importance of timing and the positive vibes new members (livestock or family) bring to a household.

This proverb is used to comment on coincidences, specifically when a new arrival in a family (like a daughter-in-law) is blamed or credited for significant events (like the birth of livestock or changes in fortune) that happen shortly after. It highlights how people often link luck or misfortune to a person's entry into the household.

This proverb highlights that certain arrival events, such as the birth of a child or the purchase/arrival of livestock, are seen as significant markers of fate. It is used to describe how the timing of these events is often associated with the subsequent prosperity or misfortunes that befall a family, suggesting that the 'auspiciousness' of their arrival time influences the household's future.

This expression refers to people who have a natural talent, passion, or a deep-seated habit. It suggests that even if you try to suppress their natural instincts or restrict them with heavy burdens and hardships, their true nature or skill will eventually find a way to express itself. It is commonly used to describe someone who cannot give up their passion despite difficult circumstances.

This expression refers to something that appears intact on the outside but is completely empty or hollow on the inside. It is based on the folk belief that when an elephant swallows a wood-apple whole, the fruit's pulp is digested through the shell, leaving the exterior perfectly whole while the inside becomes empty. It is used to describe deceptive appearances or loss of substance.