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This proverb is used to criticize people who lack a sense of shame or remorse. When such individuals are confronted with their mistakes or wrongdoings, they often try to brush it off with a smile or a laugh instead of feeling embarrassed. It suggests that for those without integrity, a fake smile is their only way to mask their flaws.

This proverb describes a situation where a job is done in a very superficial, lazy, or disorganized manner. It refers to a person who attempts to clean or organize a space without actually moving or tidying the items within it, essentially resulting in no real improvement or a job poorly done.

This expression describes a person who thick-skinnedly ignores a clear rejection or an order to leave, instead pretending they were invited to stay for a celebration. It is used to mock someone who is unwelcome but refuses to take the hint or is intentionally being stubborn and naive to serve their own interest.

This expression is used to describe a person who carries unnecessary baggage or clings to something burdensome while going to an important or celebratory event. It highlights the absurdity of holding onto something that hinders one's enjoyment or ease during a significant occasion.

This proverb is used to criticize people who lack basic necessities yet indulge in luxury or unnecessary expenses. It highlights a lack of priorities and the irony of vanity in the face of poverty.

This is the Telugu equivalent of the 'Three Wise Monkeys' principle. It serves as a moral guideline to avoid evil: do not listen to evil, do not speak evil, and do not see evil. It is used to encourage people to maintain purity of mind and avoid participating in gossip or negativity.

This proverb is used to describe people who only show concern, affection, or attention when they are in desperate need of help or in a crisis. It highlights a person's selfishness or convenience-based relationships, where they ignore someone until an emergency arises.

This expression is used sarcastically to describe people who boast about their own non-existent talents or qualities. It often refers to a situation where two individuals claim to be experts in something they are actually quite bad at, highlighting their shared delusions or incompetence.

This expression is used to describe a situation where the secondary or unimportant part of something is prioritized over the primary or essential part. It highlights poor resource allocation, misplaced priorities, or a ridiculous imbalance where the accessory gets more attention or value than the main entity.

This proverb is used to describe a person who wants contradictory things or wants to enjoy a benefit without any of the associated inconveniences. Specifically, it refers to someone who wants their mother-in-law's presence/support but also wants to cook rice with the 'attesar' method (a precise method requiring no excess water to be drained), which is difficult to manage perfectly under supervision or implies a desire for extreme perfection and economy simultaneously.