కోడిని తిట్టిన తిట్టు కోడలికి ఎరుక

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone seeks help from a person who is even worse or more incompetent than themselves. It highlights a scenario where both parties involved are problematic, but one is significantly more extreme or crude than the other, suggesting that no good outcome can result from their collaboration.

This proverb suggests that persistence, even in negative actions, will eventually yield a result. It is often used to describe how continuous criticism or repetitive attempts at something will eventually find their mark or have an impact, for better or worse.

This proverb describes a situation where someone feigns sympathy or performs a fake reaction out of obligation or fear, rather than genuine emotion. It refers to hypocritical behavior where a person pretends to be upset about something that actually benefits them or that they are secretly indifferent to, similar to 'crocodile tears'.

This expression refers to people who have a compulsive habit of speaking ill of others or complaining. It suggests that such behavior is so deeply ingrained that no amount of punishment or warning will stop them from expressing their negativity.

If someone is bold or disrespectful enough to abuse their own primary authority or loved ones (like a husband in traditional contexts), they certainly won't show mercy or respect to those of lesser status or relation. It is used to describe a person's consistent harsh temperament across all relationships.

This expression is used to describe hypocritical behavior where a person violates the very rule they are currently preaching. It highlights the irony of someone who uses foul language while simultaneously telling others to be respectful.

This proverb highlights human nature regarding respect and dignity. It means that while people are happy to accept favors or gifts, they will not tolerate being insulted or treated poorly. It is used to advise someone that providing material help does not give them the right to verbal abuse.

This expression is used to question someone who tries to find a positive or justifying excuse for every insult or bad behavior directed at them. It highlights that no matter how one tries to dress it up, an insult remains an insult.

This expression is used to signify that harsh words, verbal abuse, or criticisms are intangible and temporary. It suggests that one should not take verbal insults to heart because they do not cause physical harm and eventually vanish, just like sound waves disappearing into the air.

This is a sarcastic expression used in Telugu to mock someone who tries to justify or downplay a blatant insult by claiming it wasn't intended to be one. It highlights the irony of insulting someone while simultaneously denying the act of insulting.