కోడిపెట్ట ఎక్కడున్నా మనసు గుడ్లమీదే

This expression is used to describe someone who creates a lot of noise, fuss, or unnecessary excitement before actually accomplishing a task. It highlights the behavior of bragging or drawing attention to oneself prematurely.

This expression refers to a union or marriage entered into without the consent or emotional willingness of the individuals involved. It is used to describe a forced relationship or a task undertaken without any genuine interest or passion.

This expression is used to describe something that is insignificant, useless, or of such low value that its location or presence makes no difference. It is often applied to people or objects that have no impact on a situation regardless of where they are placed.

This expression is used to describe a situation where, despite a person's hard work, efforts, or merit, things only happen according to destiny or luck. It highlights the frustration when personal effort (one's own 'writing') seems ineffective against predetermined fate ('forehead writing'). It is often used when someone faces repeated failure despite being capable.

This expression is used to describe a person who speaks bluntly or harshly on the outside but is actually kind-hearted and compassionate on the inside. It is similar to the English idiom 'His bark is worse than his bite.'

This proverb emphasizes that inner purity and genuine intentions are far more significant than outward religious rituals or superficial speech. It is used to remind people that having a clean heart and a good conscience defines a person's true nature better than mere displays of piety or eloquence.

This expression is used to describe someone who holds an insignificant or ineffective position of power (Bodi pettanam) and someone who is constantly distracted or unable to focus, much like the short, light sleep of a chicken (Kodi kunuku). It often characterizes a situation of ineffective leadership or a lack of seriousness in one's duties.

This expression describes someone who is extremely protective, watchful, or possessive over something or someone. It is used to indicate that a person is constantly guarding or keeping a close eye on their interests, much like a hen that refuses to leave its nest while hatching eggs.

This expression highlights how human perception and relationships are entirely dependent on one's mindset or mood. When you like someone or are in a good mood, you treat them with respect (Malli - a respectful name); when you are displeased or lose interest, you treat the same person with disregard (Elli - a derogatory or casual way to address someone). It is used to describe fickle-mindedness or how subjective feelings dictate one's behavior toward others.

This expression is used to describe a situation where trust is shattered or deep emotional hurt is caused. Just as a crushed object cannot be restored to its original state, once a person's heart or spirit is broken by betrayal or severe disappointment, the relationship or their mental peace can never truly be the same again.