పెత్తర అమావాస్యకు పెద్దరొట్టి యిస్తానన్నాడు.

This expression describes someone who pretends to respect or preserve something initially, only to exploit or consume it for their own benefit later. It is used to highlight hypocrisy or calculated greed where one waits for the right time to take advantage of a situation they previously claimed to honor.

This traditional proverb suggests being cautious of empty promises. It highlights that intentions or verbal commitments regarding a woman's arrival or a man's generosity are often unreliable until they actually manifest. It is used as a cautionary advice against blind faith in words alone.

This proverb is used to mock people who claim to be experts or omniscient but fail at basic common sense or fail to account for things they should have known. In Telugu culture, the New Moon (Amavasya) is often considered inauspicious for certain events; the irony here is that despite her 'vast knowledge,' she couldn't even choose an auspicious time or manage her own fate effectively.

This proverb warns against relying on verbal promises or superficial assurances regarding material gain or romantic interest. It suggests that people often make empty promises to please others or to get out of a situation, and one should only believe actions rather than words.

This expression describes a person who expects specific treats or rewards according to a fixed schedule or ritual, or someone who is overly fond of festive food. It is often used to characterize a routine-based lifestyle centered around celebrations and eating.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the monsoon season. It suggests that during the period of 'Dandi Amavasya' (a specific new moon day in the lunar calendar), the rains are expected to be extremely heavy and continuous, as if the rain has broken free from its restraints or 'tethers' to pour down uncontrollably.

This proverb describes someone who neglects their primary responsibilities during critical times (like the harvest season) and then starts worrying about minor or irrelevant matters when it is too late. It is used to mock people who are lazy when work is plenty but show sudden, misplaced concern later.

This proverb is used to criticize someone who neglects their basic duties or responsibilities—such as taking care of elders or family—but spends their time and energy on vanity, creating unnecessary arguments, or maintaining a false sense of prestige.

This expression describes a situation where someone fails to perform their duties or provide basic necessities even on significant or auspicious occasions. It is used to mock someone who is extremely stingy, negligent, or inconsistent in their hospitality and responsibilities.

This expression is used to describe a hypocritical or contradictory behavior where someone pretends to be extremely pious or respectful at one moment, only to act selfishly or disrespectfully later. It refers to a person who changes their stance or character based on convenience, specifically highlighting the contrast between the holiness of a ritual (worship) and the hunger for the end result (consumption).