పీనుగ ఎక్కడో గద్దలూ అక్కడే

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a troublesome person or a disastrous event doesn't just cause one problem, but drags others down or brings additional misfortunes along with it. It is often used when one bad person's actions lead to the downfall of several others, or when one piece of bad luck triggers a chain reaction of mishaps.

A humorous or sarcastic expression used to describe a person who interprets a question too literally or lacks common sense. It mocks the ignorance of someone who fails to understand that 'where does the road go' refers to its destination, not its physical movement.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone is so greedy or heartless that they try to extract benefit or profit from a tragic, miserable, or desperate situation. It reflects a state of utter exploitation or extreme pettiness in a moment of sorrow.

This expression refers to people who switch their loyalties or adjust their 'truth' based on who is providing them with sustenance, money, or employment. It implies that people often follow the side that benefits them financially or provides for their livelihood.

This expression is used to indicate that both parties are equally confused or uncertain about a situation. It is often used humorously or to show solidarity in ignorance, implying 'I am just as clueless as you are' or 'We are in the same boat regarding this doubt.'

This expression is used to highlight a vast disparity or extreme difference between two things or people. It suggests that comparing them is absurd because one is lowly or insignificant (the fox) while the other is grand or celestial (heaven).

This expression is used to describe a task or a situation that seems never-ending or becomes increasingly difficult the more effort you put into it. It can also refer to people who become more arrogant or demanding as they gain more power or attention.

This expression is used to describe a person who is extremely greedy or has a huge appetite when it comes to consuming resources or food, but becomes completely useless, lazy, or inactive when it is time to do any work.

This expression refers to a person who is highly cunning, elusive, or deceptive. It describes someone who disappears from one situation and reappears in another, often to avoid accountability or to secretly manipulate events. It is used to describe a person who is 'slippery' and difficult to catch or pin down.

This proverb describes a hypocritical or contradictory behavior where someone pretends to follow a tradition or rule while simultaneously breaking it. In Telugu culture, asking 'Where are you going?' right as someone departs is considered a bad omen (shakunam). This saying mocks people who acknowledge the taboo but proceed to ask the question anyway out of curiosity.