కుందేళ్ళతో కూడా పరుగెత్తి, కుక్కలతో కూడా వేటాడినట్లు.

This proverb describes a clever, adaptable, or opportunistic person who knows how to adjust their behavior depending on who they are with to suit their own benefit. It highlights the tendency to enjoy luxuries with those who can afford them while appearing humble or simple with those who have less, or simply fitting into any social circle seamlessly.

This proverb describes how an ordinary or low-status person gains respect or a higher position simply by being in the company of great people. Just as the fiber (nara) used to tie a garland is worn on the head along with the fragrant flowers, an individual benefits from the association with virtuous or successful people.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where one is harmed or outwitted by their own people, tools, or resources. It refers to a self-inflicted injury or a betrayal by someone very close, similar to the English expression 'to be hoisted by one's own petard'.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone betrays or harms another person in a smooth, deceptive, and slow manner without them realizing it immediately. It refers to a 'silent killer' approach or a 'wolf in sheep's clothing' scenario where treachery is hidden behind a gentle facade.

This expression describes a person who is highly opportunistic or clever at adapting to their surroundings to get the best out of every situation. It refers to someone who manages to dine with everyone, upgrading their meal each time, symbolizing their ability to benefit from multiple parties by playing different roles.

This expression is used when someone challenges, argues with, or tries to outsmart their own mentor, expert, or the person who taught them everything they know. It implies that such a conflict is disrespectful, foolish, or a losing battle for the student.

This proverb is used to mock those who lack courage or honor. It implies that a person who flees from their responsibilities or a battlefield out of fear is too preoccupied with their own safety to care about dignity, relationships, or the well-being of their loved ones.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone's actions, intended to solve a problem or perform a task, end up causing them unexpected pain, distress, or self-inflicted harm. It highlights a self-defeating or counterproductive action.

This expression describes a situation where something harmful or malicious is hidden within something seemingly good, pure, or beneficial. It is used to caution against treachery or to describe a betrayal where kindness is used as a facade for a hidden agenda.

This proverb describes greed or over-exploitation. It is used to caution someone who, out of liking or benefit, tries to consume or exhaust a resource completely without leaving anything for sustenance or the future, eventually ruining the source itself.