విప్రహస్తం, ఏనుగు తొండం ఊరుకోవు.

This is a blunt and traditional Telugu proverb (sameta). It uses a metaphor to describe restless or uncontrollable nature. Just as an elephant's trunk is constantly moving and picking things up even when not eating, certain desires or primal instincts, once triggered, are difficult to restrain or keep idle. It is typically used to describe people who are constantly restless or driven by strong, uncontrollable impulses.

This expression is used to describe something or someone that has lost its essential power, functionality, or core capability. Just as a machine cannot work without its joints and an elephant is helpless without its trunk, a person or organization becomes useless or ineffective when stripped of their vital strengths or resources.

This proverb describes habitual behaviors that are difficult to change. Just as a person fond of traveling cannot stay in one place, a person who habitually uses foul language or criticizes others cannot remain silent. It is used to point out that deep-seated habits or inherent natures will eventually manifest themselves regardless of the situation.

This expression is used to describe a situation or an asset (like a business, project, or luxury item) that yields high results or prestige but requires an equally high level of maintenance and expenditure. It signifies that big ventures come with big responsibilities and costs.

This proverb highlights that certain habits are hard to stop. Just as someone eating crunchy snacks (atukulu) cannot do so silently or without constant movement, a person who habitually gossips or criticizes others cannot resist the urge to speak ill. It is used to describe people who are prone to constant talking or malicious gossip.

This proverb describes a situation where an extremely powerful or large entity becomes completely helpless and useless due to the loss of a single, vital component. Just as an elephant relies entirely on its trunk to function despite its size, or a machine fails without its central mechanism, even the greatest person can be rendered ineffective if their core strength or support is taken away.

This proverb refers to the power of habits and addictions. It suggests that once someone gets a taste of freedom (wandering) or indulgence (tasty food), they cannot easily stop or stay still. It is used to describe people who are habitually restless or those who cannot control their cravings.

This expression is used to remind that imitation or having a single similar trait does not equate to having the actual stature, strength, or essence of another. It highlights that inherent nature and capability cannot be changed by superficial similarities or mere pretension.

This expression describes the inherent nature of certain things or people to be constantly active or moving. A Brahmin's hand is traditionally busy with rituals, counting beads, or receiving alms, while an elephant's trunk is always swaying or searching. It is used to remark on someone who is restlessly busy or a situation where constant activity is inevitable.

This expression describes a person who appears friendly and gentle on the outside but harbors hidden enmity, cruelty, or destructive intentions internally. It is used to warn about hypocritical behavior where one's outward pleasantness masks a dangerous nature.