తడిసిన కుక్కి బిగిసినట్లు

This proverb describes a situation where an already difficult task becomes significantly more burdensome due to unfavorable circumstances. Just as dry grain becomes much heavier when soaked in water, a problem or responsibility becomes harder to handle when complications are added.

This expression is used to describe a situation or a problem that becomes increasingly difficult, rigid, or stubborn over time rather than resolving easily. It refers to how natural fibers like hemp or jute (kukki) shrink and tighten significantly after being soaked and then drying, making them nearly impossible to loosen.

This proverb describes the behavior of people or things when they are in an unfavorable state. Just as a rope cot tightens up and becomes difficult to manage when it gets wet, a wife who is upset or offended becomes stubborn, unyielding, and difficult to reconcile with. It is used to remark on the uncooperative nature of someone who is sulking.

This expression is used to describe a person or a situation that has been stripped of all strength, dignity, or resources. Just as a chicken without feathers or a leaf without its veins/ribs is weak and lacks structure, it refers to someone who is left completely helpless or impoverished.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone tries to find a positive justification for a failure or a disaster, often ignoring the gravity of the loss. It refers to an optimistic but foolish perspective where the destruction of the main tool (the mortar) is overlooked just because the handle (the pestle) fits tightly now.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone has already faced the worst possible outcome or has committed fully to a difficult task, making further hesitation or minor complaints irrelevant. It is similar to the English expression 'In for a penny, in for a pound' or 'Once the rubicon is crossed.'

This expression is used to describe a situation or task that is extremely difficult, futile, or yields very little result despite great effort. Just as it is impossible for seeds to grow deep roots or thrive on a solid rock surface, attempting to get something out of a stubborn person or a hopeless situation is compared to this act.

This expression describes a person who becomes more stubborn, arrogant, or defiant as you try to correct their behavior or humble them. Instead of improving or listening, they react by showing even more ego or pride.

This expression is used to describe something that has been done with extreme precision, neatness, or perfection. It is most commonly used to compliment beautiful handwriting, straight lines, or a very well-executed task that looks flawlessly continuous and smooth.

This expression describes a task that is practically impossible or an attempt to find something where it doesn't exist. It is used to mock someone who is being overly pedantic, searching for non-existent flaws, or attempting a futile, logic-defying action.