వంట ముగిసిన తర్వాత పొయ్యి మండుతుంది

This proverb is used to describe the irony of gaining resources, realization, or wisdom after the opportunity to use them effectively has passed. It highlights that being 'wise after the event' is futile, much like a fire that blazes only after the cooking is finished.

This proverb is used to describe an act of being cautious or taking measures when it is already too late. It highlights the pointlessness of guarding an empty container or vessel after the valuable contents have already been stolen or lost. It is similar to the English expression 'locking the stable door after the horse has bolted.'

This expression describes a situation where someone raises objections, starts a quarrel, or demands attention after a task is finished or a decision has already been implemented. It is used to criticize unnecessary complaints that occur too late to make any constructive difference.

This expression describes the irrational and self-destructive nature of extreme jealousy. It refers to someone who is so consumed by envy of another person's success or prosperity that they sabotage their own progress or well-being out of spite or sheer frustration.

An envious man waxes lean with the fatness of his neighbour. Envy is its own torturer. ( Danish ? ) * Wer einen lobt in Praesentia und schimpft in Absentia, den hole die Pestilentia. † Avindayg er sin egen Böddel.

This proverb describes a situation where someone raises a trivial or petty dispute after a major task or significant event has been successfully completed. It is used to mock people who focus on insignificant details or leftovers instead of celebrating the successful conclusion of a large project.

This traditional Telugu proverb reflects old folk beliefs and superstitions regarding the birth order of children (usually referring to a girl being born after a sequence of boys). It suggests that the fourth child brings immense prosperity and luck to the family, whereas a third child is superstitiously associated with hardship or poverty. It is used to describe the perceived fortunes a new child brings to a household based on their sequence of birth.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone has already faced the worst possible outcome or has committed fully to a difficult task, making further hesitation or minor complaints irrelevant. It is similar to the English expression 'In for a penny, in for a pound' or 'Once the rubicon is crossed.'

This proverb is used to describe a person who maintains a facade of wealth or virtue during their lifetime, but their true nature or financial instability is only exposed after they are gone. It highlights that secrets cannot be hidden forever.

This expression is used to describe someone who starts learning the basics or realizes their responsibilities far too late in life. It highlights an action that is extremely delayed or untimely, suggesting that the time to do something has already passed.

This proverb describes a situation where help, resources, or solutions arrive too late to be of any use. It is used to remark on wasted efforts or delayed timing that misses the window of opportunity.