తల కోసుకుపోగా తమ్మపోగుల కేడ్చినట్లు

This expression describes a person who has suffered a massive loss but chooses to obsessively worry or grieve over a trivial, insignificant detail instead of addressing the larger problem. It is used to point out a lack of perspective regarding priorities during a crisis.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone wants to get rid of a person or end a situation but doesn't want to say it directly. Instead, they create uncomfortable conditions or make things difficult to force the person to leave on their own accord. It is synonymous with 'indirectly forcing someone out'.

This proverb is used to describe a person who behaves selfishly or inappropriately in a serious situation. It refers to a person who attends a funeral (a place of mourning) but is more concerned about material things or personal gains, like wanting a beautiful saree, rather than showing sympathy for the deceased.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone ignores the basic or urgent needs of those dependent on them to pursue their own inappropriate or selfish desires. It highlights a complete lack of priorities and responsibility.

This proverb describes a situation where someone's attempt to gain affection or a favor results in an unexpected punishment or a harsh consequence. It is often used to mock someone who expected a reward but received a reprimand instead, or when a situation backfires completely.

This expression is used to describe a person who laments or worries about small, insignificant things instead of focusing on the bigger picture. It suggests a lack of perspective, where one becomes overly distressed over minor losses or low-value items.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone's excessive demands or spoiled behavior leads to unexpected negative consequences or punishment. It highlights the transition from being over-indulged to being disciplined when one's demands become unreasonable.

This expression is used to describe a situation where help or a solution arrives too late, specifically after the damage is already done or the opportunity has passed. It refers to a sarcastic scenario where protection is offered only after the modesty or asset it was meant to protect is already lost.

This proverb describes a situation where someone is overly concerned with trivial or minor losses while ignoring a major catastrophe or a life-threatening problem. It is used to mock people who lack a sense of priority during a crisis.

This expression is used to remind someone that life is a cycle of ups and downs. It suggests that comfort and joy are often temporary and serve as a preparation or a precursor to challenging times, encouraging emotional resilience and a balanced perspective on life's fluctuations.