పిట్టపోరు పిట్టపోరు పిల్లి తీర్చినట్లు

This expression is used to describe a contribution or an addition that is so insignificantly small compared to the vastness of the whole that it makes no difference at all. It is similar to the English idiom 'A drop in the bucket'.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone tries to foolishly imitate a person who is far more capable or talented than themselves, often resulting in failure or self-harm. It warns against over-ambition and the lack of self-awareness regarding one's own limitations.

Used to describe a situation where a weak or insignificant person attempts to mediate between two powerful parties, often resulting in no one listening to them or the mediation being entirely ineffective. It originates from folklore where a small bird tries to settle a dispute between larger animals or forces.

This proverb describes a situation where a third party takes advantage of a conflict between two people. Instead of resolving the issue fairly, the mediator benefits themselves at the expense of both disputing parties, much like a cat eating the birds it was supposed to mediate for.

This expression is used to describe a situation where people naturally gravitate towards a source of profit, help, or abundance. Just as birds gather at a 'chelama' (a small pit of water dug in a dried-up riverbed) during dry times, people flock to those who have wealth or resources.

This expression is used to describe a situation where two parties are fighting over something, and a third party intervenes under the guise of helping, only to take advantage of the situation and seize the prize for themselves. It serves as a warning against letting outsiders mediate internal conflicts when their intentions might be predatory.

This expression describes a situation where a conflict, tantrum, or serious issue is temporarily resolved or silenced using trivial gifts or small distractions rather than addressing the root cause. It is similar to the English concept of 'placating' someone with treats to stop them from bothering you.

This expression emphasizes the power of eloquence and communication skills. It suggests that a person who speaks persuasively, boldly, or cleverly can overcome challenges, win arguments, and succeed in difficult situations, even without physical strength.

This expression is used when a single action or effort achieves two different goals or solves two problems simultaneously. It is the Telugu equivalent of the English idiom 'Killing two birds with one stone'.

This expression is used to describe a situation where two people, often who should be at odds or are expected to be rivals, secretly collaborate or help each other for mutual benefit. It is frequently used to highlight how internal and external parties might conspire together, often in a negative or mischievous context.