సోమిదమ్మ సొగసుగాండ్రను కోరితే, సోమయాజి స్వర్గార్హుడగునా?

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone gives a vague, evasive, or diplomatic answer to avoid responsibility or to explain away a decline in quality or circumstances. It originates from a folktale involving the minister Appaji and the King (Rayaji/Krishna Deva Raya), implying that outcomes are often dictated by current times or fate rather than personal effort.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where one's status or response changes based on the current circumstances or the influence of time. It highlights how people adapt their behavior or words depending on whether times are favorable or unfavorable, often used when someone gives a vague or situational excuse for a change in fortune.

Refers to a state of being stuck in a middle ground or a dilemma where one is neither here nor there. It originates from the mythological story of King Trishanku who was suspended between Earth and Heaven. It is used to describe situations involving uncertainty, being caught between two choices, or being in a state of limbo.

This proverb is used to mock someone who makes grand claims or aspires for monumental tasks when they are incapable of performing even the simplest of daily chores. It highlights the gap between one's actual abilities and their lofty ambitions.

Utti is a net work sling hung up in Hindu houses at a height of seven or eight feet, to keep earthen pots containing food in. He that can't ride a gentle horse, must not attempt to back a mad colt.

This expression is used to describe a person who is naturally lazy or prone to making excuses, who then finds a genuine or additional reason to avoid work altogether. It highlights a situation where an already difficult or unproductive behavior is exacerbated by a new circumstance.

This proverb describes a hypocritical or selfish attitude towards money and resources. It refers to a person who is very stingy and careful when spending their own money (saving it for later), but very reckless or eager when spending money belonging to others. It is used to criticize someone who takes advantage of others' generosity while being miserly themselves.

This proverb is used to highlight deceptive appearances or temporary states. It suggests that a mother-in-law appears quiet and gentle only when she is exhausted (otherwise she might be authoritative), and a new daughter-in-law appears virtuous only because she is in a new environment and hasn't shown her true colors yet. It warns not to judge a person's permanent nature based on fleeting circumstances.

This expression is used to emphasize practicality and quality over superficial beauty or vanity. It suggests that as long as something functions well or is of good character, outward appearance is secondary.

This expression is used to describe something that appears to be real or achievable but is actually an illusion or impossible to attain. It refers to hollow promises or imaginary benefits that provide no practical value, much like seeing an offering reflected in a mirror without being able to touch it.

This proverb describes someone who is completely disconnected from reality or lacks a sense of priority. It is used to mock people who focus on trivial matters (like grooming) while ignoring a major crisis or significant event that has already occurred.