పేదవానిపై పడెరా పెద్దపిడుగు

This proverb is used to describe a person who is extremely enthusiastic and greedy when it comes to self-benefit or enjoying at their own place (or others' expense), but becomes a burden, nuisance, or acts powerless when they have to visit or help others. It mocks hypocritical behavior regarding hospitality and selfishness.

This expression describes a person who looks extremely shocked, pale, or completely devastated after hearing sudden bad news or facing an unexpected disaster. It is used to characterize someone who appears dazed and lifeless due to a major setback.

This expression is used to describe a situation where troubles or misfortunes seem to disproportionately follow those who are already struggling. It highlights the irony and cruelty of fate where a person who has nothing is further harassed by even the smallest of nuisances or problems.

This proverb suggests that when a person with no power or resources gets angry, it only hurts them further rather than affecting others. It is used to describe a situation where expressing frustration is futile because the person lacks the influence to bring about change, often resulting in self-inflicted stress or negative consequences for themselves.

This expression is used when a person is faced with a dilemma where both available choices lead to a bad outcome. It is similar to the English idiom 'Between the devil and the deep blue sea' or 'Out of the frying pan into the fire.' It describes a situation where there is no escape from trouble regardless of the path chosen.

This proverb suggests that sudden, intense efforts or noisy actions often pass quickly without lasting effect, whereas slow, steady, and persistent efforts have a deeper and more significant impact. It is used to emphasize that consistency is more effective than short bursts of intensity.

This proverb highlights that certain attributes are considered more desirable or indicative of positive qualities as they increase in size. It is used to describe things that are inherently good and do not become a burden or a defect even when they are large or plentiful.

This expression is used to describe insincere or hollow words. It suggests that when a person speaks without genuine affection or true intent, their words are superficial and do not come from the heart.

This expression refers to a traditional belief that reciting the many names of the warrior Arjuna (like Phalguna) protects one from lightning. In a broader sense, it is used to describe someone who tries to use charms, prayers, or shortcuts at the last minute to escape an inevitable danger or a situation they are afraid of.

This proverb suggests that when a person with no power or resources gets angry, it only ends up hurting them further rather than affecting the person they are angry at. In practical terms, it means that the weak cannot afford to express anger against the strong as it only brings self-destruction or unnecessary trouble to themselves.