వేలు పెట్టేందుకు చోటిస్తే కాలు దూర్చినట్లు.

This expression describes a person who takes undue advantage of a small opportunity or a brief moment of distraction to settle in or create a large burden for others. It is used when someone cunningly makes themselves comfortable or inserts their own agenda the moment they find a little space or time.

This expression is used to describe a situation where one problem leads to another, or when investigating a small issue reveals a much larger, more difficult problem. It is similar to the English concept of 'opening a can of worms' or 'pulling a thread' only to find a bigger mess.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone unnecessarily interferes or meddles in a task that has already been completed perfectly or settled. It highlights unwelcome interference that often ruins the final outcome or creates unnecessary complications.

This expression is used to warn that giving someone even a tiny bit of leverage, opportunity, or space can result in them taking undue advantage and causing significant trouble or damage. It is similar to the English proverb: 'Give them an inch, and they'll take a mile.'

This expression is used to describe someone who finds unnecessary faults or makes minor, annoying changes to something that is already perfect or complete. It highlights a tendency to interfere or nitpick just to assert authority or feel important, even when no help is needed.

This proverb highlights the specific roles parents play in a child's life. A mother is associated with food and taste (the tongue), meaning her absence leads to a lack of nourishment and care. A father is seen as the guide and protector (the eyes), meaning his absence leaves the family without direction or security in the world.

This expression describes a person who is extremely introverted, shy, or someone who retreats into a shell to avoid facing a situation or responsibility. It is often used to characterize someone who is hiding away or being uncommunicative when confronted with a problem.

This proverb is used to describe a person who acts foolishly by taking literal action on something imaginary, unrealistic, or non-existent. It mocks those who waste effort based on illusions or groundless expectations rather than reality.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone receives a punishment or a harsh consequence that they practically invited upon themselves through their mischievous or annoying behavior. It implies that a person's 'itch' for trouble was cured by a 'heavy blow' of reality or discipline.

This expression is used when a student or a subordinate tries to cheat or outsmart the very person who taught them or mentored them. It signifies an act of extreme betrayal, ingratitude, or cunning deception against a mentor.