కొండ మిరపకాయకు కారం జాస్తి, పొట్టివాడికి బుద్ధులు జాస్తి

This expression describes opportunistic people who gather or hover around when someone is in trouble or when a tragedy occurs, hoping to benefit from the misfortune. It is used to criticize those who prey on the weak or wait for someone's downfall to gain something for themselves.

This proverb is used to describe a person who lacks real substance, status, or integrity but tries to overcompensate by being overly arrogant, showy, or pretentious. It is often applied to people who behave pompously despite their failures or humble backgrounds.

This proverb is used to suggest that what a person lacks in physical stature or height, they often make up for with extreme cleverness, wit, or cunningness. It implies that short people are exceptionally sharp-minded.

This expression is used to describe a situation where one remains neutral or indifferent to both sides of a conflict. It implies that the outcome—whether a 'hero' (Raghav) wins or a 'villain' (Ravan) wins—does not matter to the speaker, as they wish to stay out of the matter entirely or believe that both outcomes lead to the same end for them.

This proverb describes a situational irony where one person possesses the physical resources or tools but lacks the wisdom to use them, while another person has the knowledge but lacks the necessary resources. It is used to highlight the mismatch between ability and opportunity.

This expression is used to describe a person who appears physically large, strong, or imposing (like the 'Hastini' category of women in classical literature) but possesses a petty, narrow-minded, or troublesome character (associated with the 'Sankhini' category). It highlights the irony of a person's behavior not matching their outward stature or noble birth.

This is a popular Telugu saying used to suggest that what a person lacks in physical stature, they make up for with extreme cleverness, wit, or cunning. It is often used playfully or as a cautionary remark about not underestimating someone based on their small height.

This expression describes a situation where things are ready or easily accessible in their respective places. It is often used to refer to a simple, humble, and satisfied lifestyle where one has the basic necessities (like a bit of spice/chili and a bowl of rice) arranged and ready to be consumed without much fuss.

This proverb describes a situation where someone's greed or pursuit of more results in the loss of what they already possessed. It is used to caution against abandoning a sure thing in favor of an uncertain, potentially better gain, only to end up with nothing.

This proverb warns against judging something or someone based solely on their physical size or appearance. Just as a small chili can be extremely spicy, a person who looks small or insignificant may possess great strength, wisdom, or capability. It is used to advise others not to underestimate their opponents or subordinates.