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This expression is used to describe a situation where a student or protege excels to such an extent that they become more skilled, famous, or capable than their own mentor. It signifies the success of the teacher's guidance while acknowledging the exceptional talent of the pupil.

This expression is used to mock someone who lacks common sense or basic understanding of units and quantities. Jaggery and salt are measured by weight or volume, not by 'one' (a single unit). It highlights foolishness or the habit of asking nonsensical questions without thinking about the context or measurement.

This expression is used to highlight the absolute pinnacle or ideal standard of a specific role. It honors the legendary bond between Guru (Potuluru Veerabrahmendra Swamy) and Shishya (Siddappa), as well as the profound philosophical contributions of Yogi Vemana. It is often cited to emphasize excellence, loyalty, and spiritual mastery.

This expression is used to describe a situation where a protege, student, or apprentice becomes more skilled, knowledgeable, or successful than their mentor. It is often used as a compliment to both the student's talent and the teacher's effective guidance.

Said of an insolent fellow.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where two people are completely incompatible or mismatched in their roles, backgrounds, or ideologies, yet are forced to work together. It highlights a comical or ironic pairing where the traditional hierarchy or customs are inconsistent.

This expression is used to describe a student who is as capable, skilled, or talented as their mentor. It can be used positively to praise excellence or sarcastically to imply that the student has inherited the same flaws or bad habits as the teacher.

This expression is used to describe an act of extreme foolishness or disproportionate effort. It refers to situations where someone undertakes an incredibly difficult, bulky, or illogical task to achieve a trivial or small objective, often resulting in more trouble than the goal is worth. It originated from the stories of Paramanandayya's disciples who carried a heavy beam just to stick a needle into it so they wouldn't lose it.

This proverb highlights how students or followers tend to amplify the bad habits or mistakes of their leaders or mentors. If a person in an influential position sets a poor example, those who follow them will likely exceed that bad behavior. It emphasizes the importance of setting a good example for the next generation.

This proverb describes a situation where both the mentor and the student are unyielding and lack synergy or wisdom. It is used to mock a duo or partnership where one person is obstinate and the other is thick-headed or unresponsive to learning, making any progress impossible.

This expression is used to describe a student or follower who is a perfect match for their teacher, often inheriting both their skills and their traits (positive or negative). It is similar to the English idiom 'Like father, like son' or 'A chip off the old block', specifically applied to a mentor-mentee relationship.