మొత్తుకో వద్దనగా లింగం కట్టారు గానీ మొక్క చేతులు తేగలరా?

This is a sarcastic or witty expression used when someone is asked to perform a task for someone else that is either self-inflicted or redundant. It implies that the speaker is tired of helping and that the other person should take responsibility for their own burden or actions.

This expression is used to describe a situation where a person's efforts or protests are completely ineffective and go unnoticed. Just as a hand without fingers cannot produce a loud sound or physical impact when striking a surface, this phrase refers to someone who is so powerless or helpless that their complaints or struggles do not result in any change or attention.

This proverb is used to criticize people who misuse their power, influence, or status to harass or insult others. It implies that having the capability or strength to do something does not give one the right to act unfairly or cross boundaries.

This proverb describes someone who is extremely impatient and expects immediate results right after an action is initiated. It refers to the absurdity of expecting a divine sign or a consequence (like a thunderbolt) the very moment a ritual or task has just begun.

This expression is used to describe a person who is extremely innocent, naive, or harmless. It implies that the person is so simple-minded or gentle that they wouldn't react even if provoked or presented with an obvious opportunity to act.

This proverb is the Telugu equivalent of 'As you sow, so shall you reap.' It implies that every action, especially a bad one, has an inevitable consequence that one must face personally in the future. It is used to describe the law of karma or poetic justice.

This proverb is used to describe situations where someone is forced to adopt a belief or perform an external ritual against their will. It highlights that while physical actions can be coerced, true devotion, sincerity, or willingness (symbolized by folded hands) cannot be forced by others.

This proverb describes a highly deceptive, hypocritical, or manipulative person who says one thing while doing something entirely different. It refers to someone who enjoys the best for themselves (chickpeas) but misleads others about what they are consuming and ultimately gives others something worthless or harmful (cotton seeds). It is used to caution against individuals who are untrustworthy and thrive on blatant lies and exploitation.

Senagalu is the Cicer Arietinum; Ulavalau is the Dolichos Uniflorus. A man of crooked ways.

This expression is used to describe a situation where receiving a rebuke, correction, or punishment from a wealthy, powerful, or respected person is not seen as an insult or a pain, but rather as a blessing or a beneficial guidance. It implies that people are willing to tolerate harshness if it comes from someone of high status or someone they admire.

This expression refers to a situation involving deceit, manipulation, or a clever trick where one person creates an illusion or cover-up (kuppekattu) while another performs a deceptive act (kanikattu). It is often used to describe two people conspiring together or to mock someone performing meaningless rituals or suspicious activities that lack substance.