కన్ను ఎర్రబడ్డా, మిన్ను ఎర్రబడ్డా కారక మానదు

This expression is used to describe two people or entities that are fundamentally incompatible or cannot reconcile their differences. Just as burnt clay/soil loses its binding property and cannot merge with raw, unburnt soil, people with opposing natures or those who have had a major falling out cannot be easily brought back together.

This proverb highlights inevitable outcomes based on natural signs. When the eye is red (inflamed or angry), tears will flow; when the sky turns red (with clouds), rain will fall. It is used to describe situations where certain consequences are bound to happen once the symptoms or conditions are present.

This proverb emphasizes that material wealth (nidhi) is temporary and can be deceptive or easily lost, whereas one's character, wisdom, or intellect (buddhi) is the only true, steadfast, and reliable asset. It is used to remind people to prioritize moral values and knowledge over the pursuit of riches.

This expression is used to describe a catastrophic or overwhelming situation where everything is in chaos. It implies that when natural order is disrupted or when massive troubles converge from all sides, survival becomes impossible. It is often used to describe extreme weather like heavy rains or a series of great misfortunes.

This expression is used to describe a sudden, overwhelming, or catastrophic event that happens unexpectedly. It conveys a sense of great shock or a situation where one feels like their entire world has collapsed instantly.

This proverb highlights a situation where someone compromises their principles, dignity, or social standing for a material gain, yet fails to achieve even that small benefit. It is used to describe a double failure: losing one's integrity and still ending up empty-handed.

This expression is used to describe an extremely stubborn person or someone who is persistent to a fault. It suggests that regardless of major disasters or personal injury, the individual refuses to change their course of action or stop a specific behavior.

This expression is used to describe partiality or double standards shown by a person. It refers to a situation where someone treats one person or side with kindness and favor (the soft flower) while treating another with harshness or severity (the hard unripe fruit).

This expression describes a situation where a dangerous or harmful person enters a group of vulnerable, innocent, or unsuspecting people. It is used to signify imminent danger, chaos, or a predator-prey dynamic where the victim has no defense.

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This expression describes an unwavering determination or a situation where a task will be completed regardless of any obstacles, distractions, or even catastrophic events. It signifies extreme commitment or an inevitable outcome.