ఉడుత ఊపులకు కాయలు రాలునా?

This proverb is used to say that mere words, sweet talk, or artistic expressions cannot achieve practical or physical results that require hard work or action. It highlights the difference between theory/art and the practical effort needed to get a job done.

This expression is used to highlight that mere words, sweet talk, or artistic efforts cannot achieve practical or physical results that require hard work or specific action. It serves as a reminder that some tasks cannot be accomplished through simple persuasion or talent alone, similar to saying 'words don't butter parsnips'.

This proverb is used to express skepticism toward someone who thinks they can achieve practical results through mere words, empty talk, or supernatural claims without putting in the necessary physical effort or logical action. It implies that certain outcomes require hard work and cannot be obtained through shortcuts or magic.

This expression is used to signify that small or insignificant threats/actions cannot cause major destruction or harm. Just as hot water is not hot enough to set a wooden house on fire, minor annoyances or weak attempts at harm cannot destroy something substantial or well-established.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a weak or insignificant person's threats or actions have no effect on a strong or stable entity. It highlights that minor provocations cannot disturb something truly firm and powerful.

This rhetorical question is used to express skepticism toward someone who thinks results can be achieved through mere words or empty talk rather than actual hard work or practical action. It highlights that miracles or success don't happen just by wishing or chanting; they require effort.

This proverb is used to describe people who have little knowledge or substance but make the most noise or display excessive arrogance. It is the Telugu equivalent of the English proverb 'Empty vessels make the most noise.' It suggests that those who are truly capable or knowledgeable remain calm and steady, while those lacking substance tend to overcompensate with boastful behavior.

This expression is used to describe a person who is extremely stubborn, unyielding, or remains unaffected by circumstances that influence everyone else. It signifies resilience or, in a negative sense, someone who refuses to budge or change their stance regardless of the pressure or situation around them.

This expression is used to describe a situation where a weak or insignificant person's threats or actions have no impact on someone powerful or stable. It implies that trivial attempts to intimidate or influence a strong entity are futile.

This expression is used to remind someone that results require hard work and practical effort rather than just empty talk or miracles. It is a sarcastic rhetorical question aimed at those who expect success without doing the necessary work.

Said of excessive leniency or ineffective measures.