పన్నెండేండ్ల పారుపత్తెంగాడికి పనితీరికే ఉండదు

This expression is used to describe a situation or statement that is logically impossible, absurd, or completely inconsistent. It highlights a mathematical or chronological impossibility where the offspring is older than the parent, mocking someone who speaks without thinking or presents flawed arguments.

This expression is used to describe a situation where something beneficial or pleasant is accompanied by an unexpected nuisance or danger. It highlights how a good experience can be ruined or made difficult to access by a small but significant problem nearby, similar to how thorns make it hard to reach for sweet fruits.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where benefits or profits are divided disproportionately (favoring some), but when trouble or punishment arises, everyone is forced to share the burden equally. It highlights unfairness in the distribution of rewards versus responsibilities.

This rhetorical question is used to point out that one cannot expect a specific quality or result from a source that is fundamentally different. It highlights that every object or person has their own inherent nature, and it is foolish to expect something contrary to that nature.

This proverb highlights the fleeting nature of intense emotions and physical states. It suggests that the initial passion of a romantic attraction (valapu) often fades within two years, just as physical grime or stains (murugu) eventually wear off or are cleaned over time. It is used to caution against the assumption that temporary feelings or situations will remain unchanged forever.

This proverb describes someone whose influence, power, or capabilities are very limited in scope or geography. It is used to mock someone who acts superior or authoritative within a small, safe circle but has no relevance or ability beyond those immediate boundaries.

This expression describes a person with an insatiable appetite or a gluttonous nature who claims to be fasting or hungry regardless of how much they have consumed. It is used to mock someone who pretends to be disciplined or deprived while actually overindulging.

This proverb is used to describe someone who involves themselves in a business or task they have absolutely no knowledge, skill, or relevance to. It highlights the mismatch between a person's nature and the work they are attempting to do.

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 is used to highlight social hierarchy and the absurdity of a subordinate expecting luxuries that even their superior lacks. It implies that when the provider or the leader is struggling for basic necessities, it is foolish for the dependent or assistant to expect extravagant comforts.