నంగనాచి నీళ్లకు పోతే, నీళ్ళన్నీ ఒక రేవుకు వచ్చాయట.

This proverb is used to describe a stroke of extreme bad luck or a situation where a person's presence seems to make things go wrong. It implies that even a simple task becomes impossible or the resources disappear just when a specific person tries to access them, often used in a self-deprecating or sarcastic manner about one's own misfortune.

This proverb describes a streak of bad luck or extreme misfortune. It refers to a situation where even a simple, routine task becomes impossible or complicated the moment a particular person attempts to do it. It is often used to express frustration when circumstances seem to turn unfavorable exactly when one needs them to work.

This expression is used to describe a clear segregation between two groups based on quality, status, or nature. It implies that like-minded or similar-valued things (or people) naturally group together, separating the common or inferior from the rare or superior.

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This proverb is used to describe a person's inherent nature or limited capacity. It suggests that even if someone is surrounded by immense wealth or opportunities, they will only benefit or behave according to their character, destiny, or petty habits. It highlights that abundance does not change a person's basic traits or their way of life.

This expression is used to describe a situation where things or people are organized and categorized by quality or merit. It suggests that excellence is separated from the ordinary, or that like-minded/similar-status individuals naturally group together.

This expression is used to describe mutual assistance or small contributions that complement each other. Just as mixing hot and cold water brings them to a comfortable temperature, it signifies how people help one another according to their capacity, or how small favors are returned to maintain balance in relationships.

This proverb emphasizes social stratification or the classification of quality. It suggests that people of high status, talent, or virtue (pearls) belong in one place, while those of lesser quality or common status (snails) belong in another. It is used to describe situations where 'likes belong with likes' or to point out that there is a distinct place for excellence versus mediocrity.

This proverb is used to describe the natural segregation or grouping of people based on their qualities, status, or character. It implies that 'like attracts like' and that people of similar nature (good with good, or bad with bad) tend to congregate in their own respective circles.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone takes corrective action or precautions after the damage has already been done and it is too late to be effective. It is similar to the English proverb 'locking the stable door after the horse has bolted'.

This proverb is used to describe a person who does not stick to their word or lacks consistency in their promises. Just as it is impossible to pack or carry water in a bundle, the promises of an inconsistent person have no substance and cannot be relied upon.