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This proverb describes a situation where there is a complete lack of communication or relevance in a conversation. It is used when someone gives an answer that is totally unrelated to the question asked, usually due to a misunderstanding, ignorance, or a tendency to focus only on their own personal concerns regardless of the context.

Applied to a stupid person not doing what he is told.

This expression is used to highlight that one's nature, quality, or output is determined by their origin or character. Just as a toxic or weed-like plant (Jilledu) cannot produce a sweet fruit (Mango), one cannot expect greatness, kindness, or high-quality results from a person or source that lacks those inherent qualities.

This expression describes situations that are pointless or lack the essential element that makes them worthwhile. It refers to a restless, unrefreshing sleep and a meal served to someone who isn't hungry, implying that the true essence or benefit of the action is missing.

This proverb describes a person who is irresponsible, reckless, or addicted to vices. It depicts a scenario where a person squanders his family's assets—specifically the mother's jewelry to pay off legal fines or debts resulting from his bad behavior, and his wife's jewelry to spend on external pleasures or luxuries. It is used to criticize someone who ruins their household's stability through negligence and bad habits.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone performs an act of vanity or decoration that is completely useless or goes unnoticed. It highlights the futility of showing off or investing effort in something that doesn't serve a purpose or isn't visible to others.

This expression highlights the importance of generosity and social responsibility. It suggests that a person's life or wealth is useless if they do not help others, just as a fruit tree is considered pointless or unproductive if it fails to yield fruit. It is used to criticize stinginess and emphasize that true value lies in giving.

This proverb describes someone who is overly anxious or paranoid. It refers to a person who takes extreme, unnecessary precautions far in advance or at a great distance out of irrational fear of a potential event. It is used to mock those who overreact to rumors or distant threats.

Mâyavaram is near Combaconum.

This expression is used to describe someone who is waiting in vain or wasting time for something that will never happen. Legend has it that a fox waited under a Maddi tree for its fruit to fall, not knowing that the fruit stays on the tree even after drying, leading to a long and fruitless wait.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone or something might be closely related to you or under your control, but the resources or assets they possess belong to someone else. It highlights the distinction between personal relationships and ownership of property, or a situation where one's authority is limited despite a close connection.

This expression is used to remind someone that results require hard work and practical effort rather than just empty talk or miracles. It is a sarcastic rhetorical question aimed at those who expect success without doing the necessary work.

Said of excessive leniency or ineffective measures.