వానలు కురిస్తే వాతలు మానునా, బిడ్డలు కంటే రంకులు మానునా

This is an agricultural proverb related to the rain cycles (Karti). It suggests that rainfall during the 'Chitta Karte' (a specific lunar mansion/period usually in late September or October) is crucial and highly beneficial for the yield of tamarind trees and overall crop prosperity.

This proverb highlights the inevitability of certain actions or consequences. Just as birth is a natural and unavoidable result of pregnancy, and eating is the natural conclusion to cooking, some things in life are bound to happen once the process has started. It is used to describe outcomes that are certain, predictable, or logical conclusions to a situation.

He is a poor cook that cannot lick his own fingers. * Werden Armen lehet, dem zahlet Gott die Zinsen.

This proverb is used to describe a person who has already committed a grave or shameless act and will not be deterred by minor criticisms or the moral weight of their actions. It implies that once someone has crossed a major boundary of decency or law, expecting them to worry about reputation or 'lesser' consequences is futile.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the monsoon cycle. It suggests that rainfall during the Swati Karthe (usually in October) is a positive indicator that ensures continued moisture and rainfall for the subsequent three seasonal periods (Vishakha, Anuradha, and Jyeshta), which is vital for the late-season crops.

This proverb emphasizes that joy or a change in circumstances does not automatically erase past burdens or financial obligations. Just as rain cannot heal a physical scar caused by branding, the happiness of having children does not magically clear a person's debts; responsibilities and past consequences remain.

This proverb is used to explain that while the immediate pain or visible effects of a mistake or misfortune might fade away, the permanent consequences or the stigma associated with it remain forever. It highlights the lasting nature of certain actions or damages.

This expression is used to describe a situation where two contradictory things cannot happen simultaneously. It refers to an impossible outcome where someone causes severe harm (like a ghost attacking) but expects the victim to remain unharmed. It is often used when a person acts maliciously but pretends to care about the welfare of the victim.

This expression emphasizes that the fertility and beauty of the earth depend entirely on rainfall. It is used to highlight the importance of agriculture and nature's cycle, implying that prosperity (represented by the green earth) is only possible when there is sufficient rain.

This expression is used to describe a situation where an inevitable danger or a malicious person cannot be expected to show mercy. It implies that if you associate with or get trapped by something inherently harmful, you must face the consequences.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where one person's loss or actions do not affect another person's basic needs or routine. It highlights indifference or a sense of detachment, suggesting that someone else's problem is not their concern as long as their own sustenance or comfort is secured.