పులికి మేక అండ, మేకకు పులి అండ

This expression is used to describe a situation where a child or descendant far surpasses the parents in stature, capability, or greatness. It highlights an extraordinary outcome from modest or ordinary origins, similar to the English concept of 'the student surpassing the master' or a humble lineage producing a great leader.

This is an agricultural proverb highlighting the specific needs of a crop at different stages or parts. It means that while the foundation (roots) requires nourishment and stability (water), the result or output (the grain ear) requires the right environmental conditions and aeration (breeze) to flourish. It is often used to describe how different aspects of a project or a person's life need different types of support to achieve overall success.

This expression implies that innate talent or heritage shows early. Just as a tiger cub is naturally capable of hunting, someone born into a certain lineage or possessing natural talent will inevitably exhibit those skills without effort. It is used to describe someone who shows great potential or follows in the footsteps of their illustrious ancestors.

This expression is used to signify that even a young or small version of something powerful (like a tiger cub) is far superior to something that is naturally weak (like a deer). It is used to mock an underdog trying to challenge someone from a line of greatness or inherent strength.

This expression is used to describe someone who is extremely aggressive, fierce, or reacting with sudden and intense rage. Just as a tigress is most protective and dangerous right after giving birth, it refers to a situation where a person attacks or scolds someone with peak intensity.

This proverb describes someone who is in a highly aggressive, sensitive, or dangerous state after a significant exertion or loss. Just as a tigress is extremely protective and ferocious after birthing her cubs due to hunger and instinct, it is used to warn others to stay away from someone who is currently in a very volatile or provoked mood.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone gives a completely irrelevant or evasive answer to a direct question, usually to hide their true intentions or because they were caught doing something they shouldn't be doing.

This proverb is used to express that children inherit the traits and character of their parents. It is often used rhetorically to say that someone of a gentle or timid nature cannot produce someone who is aggressive or brave, or more commonly, that greatness or specific qualities cannot emerge from a lineage that lacks them.

This proverb highlights the importance of natural habitat, protection, and interdependence. Just as an eyelid naturally protects the eye, a dense forest (mala) provides the necessary cover and strength for a tiger to survive and hunt. It is used to suggest that everyone has a specific place or environment where they are most powerful and safe.

This expression describes a state of mutual fear or a standoff between two parties. It is used in situations where both sides are equally intimidated by each other, preventing either from taking action. It highlights that the perceived threat is often reciprocal.