మంత్రము చెప్ప మల్లుభొట్లు, తినడముకు యెల్లుభొట్లు.

This proverb is used to describe a situation, performance, or condition that is deteriorating over time instead of improving. It originated from a story where a person named Nagambhotlu performed progressively worse in his duties each day.

This proverb describes a situation that is persistent or continuous, often used to mock something that is supposed to be temporary but never actually ends. If a cold comes twice a year and lasts six months each time, it means the person is sick all year round. It is used to describe perpetual problems, chronic procrastinators, or things that are presented as occasional but are actually constant.

This proverb describes a situation where someone claims to be making a noble or spiritual sacrifice, but in reality, they are only doing so because they have been forced by humiliating circumstances or have no other choice left. It is used to mock people who pretend their forced actions are voluntary acts of virtue.

This expression refers to accidental success or a lucky guess that happens to come true by sheer coincidence. It is based on a folktale of a man named Midatambhotlu who, despite having no knowledge of astrology, makes random predictions that luckily turn out to be correct. It is used to describe situations where someone gets credit for a result that happened by chance rather than skill or genuine foresight.

This proverb describes a person who avoids work or responsibility but is the first one to show up for the benefits or rewards. It is used to mock lazy individuals who are incompetent at their duties but very active when it comes to personal gain.

This proverb is used to mock hypocritical or excessive obsession with ritual purity or rules. It suggests that while someone is fussing over minor details of cleanliness or tradition, a much larger, unavoidable 'impurity' or problem has already occurred, rendering their fussing pointless.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone makes a request or demand that is redundant, obvious, or perfectly suited to the immediate need, often implying that what is being asked for is already essential or inevitable. It is frequently used when a person asks for something they are clearly entitled to or which is a natural fit for the context.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of verifying facts and ensuring transparency in transactions. It suggests that if someone describes a piece of land to be a certain way, it must be acquired only if it matches that description exactly, warning against deceptive marketing or hidden flaws in deals.

This expression is used when someone tries to teach or advise an expert or a mentor in their own field of expertise. It describes a situation where an amateur or a student attempts to lecture someone who is far more knowledgeable or experienced than themselves.

This expression is used to emphasize that some things are so profound, magnificent, or significant that language itself is insufficient to fully express their value. It is often used when praising someone's eloquence or when describing an overwhelming emotion or situation.