పింజారి పీకులాట కురువ గుద్దులాట

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone risks or loses their original investment (the base/capital) while greedily fighting for additional gains or profits. It highlights the foolishness of endangering the foundation for the sake of small extra benefits.

This expression refers to a conflict, fight, or struggle that happens secretly or behind the scenes, away from public view. It is used when two parties are working against each other while maintaining an outward appearance of normalcy, or when internal politics are occurring within a group that others cannot clearly see.

This proverb is used to describe a person who shows off or acts excessively energetic only when they have an audience to impress, especially towards people they want to influence or show their importance to, while lacking substance in their actual work.

This expression describes a situation where someone is so focused on gaining extra benefits or profits that they risk losing their original investment or the base itself. It is used to caution against greed that leads to the loss of what one already has.

This expression describes a person who is constantly distracted or playful when there is work to be done. It is used to characterize someone who lacks seriousness, moving from one trivial activity to another instead of focusing on their responsibilities.

This expression is used when someone challenges, argues with, or tries to outsmart their own mentor, expert, or the person who taught them everything they know. It implies that such a conflict is disrespectful, foolish, or a losing battle for the student.

This expression is used to advise against physical brawls or intense conflicts. It is often said to settle disputes amicably or to tell people to stop fighting and maintain peace. It emphasizes avoiding violence and unnecessary confrontation.

This proverb describes a situation where an event that was supposed to be joyful turns out to be extremely stressful or chaotic. It is used to mock someone who enters a situation expecting benefit or fun but ends up being physically or mentally exhausted due to unnecessary struggles, arguments, or poor management.

This expression refers to a state of endless, petty confusion or a situation where things are unnecessarily complicated and dragging on without a clear resolution. It is often used to describe disorganized chaos or a messy squabble where no one is sure of what is happening.

This proverb describes creating a major fuss over something trivial or nonexistent, often leading to a public spectacle or formal dispute. It is used when people escalate a minor issue into a large-scale conflict that involves others or requires mediation.