వానలు ముంచుతాయోయ్ ముంచుతాయి అన్నాడట జ్యోతిష్కుడు

This expression means that true talent, wisdom, or the value of a person is often only recognized during difficult or challenging times (the 'darkness'). It suggests that greatness is inherent but becomes visible and useful when there is a specific need or adversity.

This expression refers to something that is short-lived or a temporary joy. It is used to describe situations, relationships, or trends that are transient and do not last for a long time.

This expression refers to a situation where a person helps or supports someone who eventually turns against them or becomes the cause of their downfall. It is often used to describe ungrateful people or dangerous situations where the beneficiary becomes a threat to the benefactor, similar to the concept of 'nurturing a snake'.

This proverb is used to criticize someone for making a mountain out of a molehill or taking extreme, unnecessary steps for a minor problem. It suggests that just because a small difficulty exists, one shouldn't resort to a solution that causes total self-destruction or overreaction.

This proverb is used when someone tries to be evasive or shy about their real intention even after approaching someone for help. It suggests that if you have already come to ask for something, there is no point in being secretive or hesitant about it; you should be direct and transparent about your needs.

This expression refers to 'Moola Vana' (rains during the Moola Nakshatram period) which are traditionally believed to be persistent and heavy. Metaphorically, it is used to describe a situation, problem, or consequence that is inevitable and bound to cause significant impact or trouble once it begins. It implies that certain events must run their full course before they subside.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone's own impulsive, rude, or thoughtless speech leads to their downfall or causes them trouble. It emphasizes that one's words can be their own worst enemy.

This expression is used to describe something that is short-lived, fleeting, or temporary. It refers to a situation, trend, or happiness that lasts for a very brief period and then vanishes, similar to the English phrase 'nine days' wonder'.

This proverb is used to mock people who pretend to be important or high-status after associating with powerful people, even if their own pace or contribution is negligible. Just as a slow snail acts as if it is in a great hurry or demands space because it is coming from a wealthy person's house, it describes someone putting on airs or acting busy/pompous without actual merit.

This expression signifies total surrender or absolute reliance on someone else's decision or protection. It is used when a person entrusts their fate entirely to another (like a deity, a mentor, or a leader), implying that whether the outcome is good (milk) or bad (water), they accept it as the other person's responsibility.