మార్గశిరంలో మాట్లాడ్డానికి పొద్దుండదు

This expression is used to describe a person who behaves with great dignity and sophistication in elite circles but resorts to crude or low-level behavior when in common or less refined environments. It highlights how an individual's conduct changes drastically based on the status of their surroundings.

This expression is used to describe someone who is inconsistent, frequently changes their stance, or fails to stand by their word. It characterizes a person who lacks integrity or goes back on promises immediately after making them.

This expression is used to describe something that is extremely rare, unexpected, or occurring out of season. Since mango trees typically bloom in the spring (Vasanta Ritu), seeing them bloom in the peak of winter (Margashira month) symbolizes an anomaly or a surprising event.

This proverb describes a situation where a person tries to escape a problem or bad luck, only to find themselves in an even more difficult or harsh environment. It is used when someone's attempts to avoid misfortune lead them to a worse predicament, highlighting that one cannot outrun destiny or that the remedy chosen is worse than the original situation.

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 proverb highlights that a simple, kind, or honest word is sufficient to correct or influence a person of good character. While a stubborn or wicked person might require force or punishment, a virtuous person understands and responds to reason and gentle communication.

This proverb warns about the importance of secrecy and caution when discussing sensitive matters. It suggests that even in daylight, one must check their surroundings for eavesdroppers, but at night, when sounds travel further and silence is unpredictable, it is better to remain completely silent to avoid being overheard.

This expression is used to describe something that appears to be real or achievable but is actually an illusion or impossible to attain. It refers to hollow promises or imaginary benefits that provide no practical value, much like seeing an offering reflected in a mirror without being able to touch it.

This is a traditional agricultural observation or proverb related to weather patterns. It suggests that if clouds appear during the lunar month of Margasira (usually occurring in Nov-Dec), it is a precursor to rainfall in the month of Magha (Jan-Feb). It is used to describe predictable seasonal cycles or the relationship between specific weather signs and their eventual outcomes.

This expression refers to the winter season (Margashira month) when days are exceptionally short and nights are long. It is used to describe a situation where time is very limited or passing very quickly, suggesting that one must hurry because the sun sets before even a short conversation can be finished.