రాళ్ళకోపని గుద్దలిని వాడిచేసే వాళ్ళుందురా

This proverb is used to mock lazy people who are unwilling to work. Just as children love parents who don't force them to do chores, a lazy person considers anyone who discourages work or gives them an excuse to be idle as their greatest benefactor or well-wisher.

This expression is used to indicate that someone's time is up, or they have reached the end of their rope. It often implies that someone's mischievous deeds or a specific phase of their life/work is coming to an end, or that they are finally caught or cornered.

He is on his last legs.

This proverb highlights that one's anger should be appropriate to the situation or the target. It suggests that it is unnecessary and foolish to use excessive force or display intense rage against weak or inanimate objects that cannot resist. It is often used to mock someone who shows great anger toward something that doesn't deserve such a reaction.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone who is already biased or displeased with another person will find faults in everything they do, no matter how trivial or perfect the work is. It suggests that when there is a lack of affection or a pre-existing prejudice, excuses for criticism are easily invented.

This herb ( Salsola Indica ) is occasionally used as a vegetable, and is naturally very salt. Where there is no love, all are faults. If you want a pretence to whip a dog, it is enough to say he ate up the frying pan.

This expression is used to describe a person who shows their power or dominance only over those who are weak or submissive. It suggests that a bully or an authoritative person takes advantage of someone's kindness or vulnerability because they know they won't face resistance.

This proverb is used to describe a person who is so unfortunate or troublesome that they are rejected by everyone, including their own family and even fate. It signifies a state of total abandonment or being an outcast whom nobody wants to take responsibility for.

This expression is used to describe a person who intentionally ignores things they have seen or heard. It refers to someone who pretends to be unaware of a situation or chooses to remain indifferent despite having full knowledge of it, often to avoid trouble or responsibility.

This proverb advises caution against trusting individuals whose professions were historically associated with deceit or transactional relationships. In a broader sense, it serves as a warning to be wary of those who might prioritize personal gain or craftiness over honesty in their dealings.

This proverb highlights the disadvantage of procrastination or being late. Those who arrive early get the full portion of a meal (served in pots), while those who arrive late are left with only the leftovers to lick from the vessels. It is used to encourage punctuality and promptness.

This proverb is used to describe a person who abandons their own important duties or responsibilities to aimlessly follow or interfere with someone else's work, especially when that interference is unproductive. It highlights a lack of focus and the foolishness of neglecting one's own livelihood.