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This proverb describes habitual behaviors that are difficult to change. Just as a person fond of traveling cannot stay in one place, a person who habitually uses foul language or criticizes others cannot remain silent. It is used to point out that deep-seated habits or inherent natures will eventually manifest themselves regardless of the situation.

This proverb is used to describe a person who is very eager and cooperative when there is a benefit or reward (like food) but becomes resistant or difficult when it is time to work or be disciplined (like putting on a horse's bridle). It highlights opportunistic or lazy behavior.

This proverb describes a person who is eager and greedy for small, immediate benefits (represented by a handful of boiled snacks/guggillu) but remains silent or fails to act when there is an opportunity for a much larger gain (represented by the entire harvest at the threshing floor/kallam). It is used to mock someone who lacks a sense of proportion or fails to recognize where the real profit lies.

This expression refers to people who have a compulsive habit of speaking ill of others or complaining. It suggests that such behavior is so deeply ingrained that no amount of punishment or warning will stop them from expressing their negativity.

This proverb highlights that certain bad habits are hard to break. Just as someone who has eaten something messy (charcoal) cannot hide the evidence or stop the discomfort, a person habitual to gossiping or bad-mouthing others cannot restrain themselves from doing it again. It is used to describe people who are prone to constant criticism or spreading rumors.

This proverb highlights that certain habits are hard to stop. Just as someone eating crunchy snacks (atukulu) cannot do so silently or without constant movement, a person who habitually gossips or criticizes others cannot resist the urge to speak ill. It is used to describe people who are prone to constant talking or malicious gossip.

This expression is used to describe a person's inherent nature or a deep-seated habit that they cannot give up. Just as a dancer's feet naturally move and a singer naturally hums, a person with a particular skill or a specific character trait (both positive or negative) will inevitably find a way to express it, regardless of the situation.

This proverb is used to describe a person's inherent nature or talent that cannot be suppressed. Just as a dancer's feet naturally move to a rhythm or a singer instinctively hums a tune, someone with a particular habit, skill, or restless nature will find it impossible to remain idle or silent for long.

This proverb refers to the power of habits and addictions. It suggests that once someone gets a taste of freedom (wandering) or indulgence (tasty food), they cannot easily stop or stay still. It is used to describe people who are habitually restless or those who cannot control their cravings.

This proverb describes habitual behavior that is hard to change. It suggests that a person who is used to traveling or wandering will always find a reason to leave home, and a person who is prone to using foul language or criticizing others will inevitably continue to do so. It is used to imply that old habits die hard.