వీరన్న ముందు బసవన్న, గౌరి ముందు గణేశుడు

This proverb describes people who are overly eager or arrive prematurely due to their specific needs or lack of social standing. Just as a vegetable seller arrives early at a market to secure a spot before others, a person who has been ostracized or lost status might rush to the front of a feast (pankti/row) to ensure they are served or acknowledged before being ignored.

This proverb warns about the potential trouble one might face in specific situations. Standing before an old creditor (to whom you owe money) will lead to awkward demands for repayment and harassment. Similarly, standing in front of a buffalo calf is dangerous as it might impulsively charge or butt you. It is used as a piece of advice to avoid unnecessary confrontations or risky positions.

This expression describes a situation where someone shows off their happiness, wealth, or success in front of a person who is notoriously envious or resentful. It is used to suggest that such actions are unnecessary, insensitive, or likely to provoke a negative reaction from the jealous individual.

This proverb is used to say that superficial preparations or mere outward appearances do not equate to a successful outcome or the completion of a major task. Just as cleaning the house (a preliminary step) doesn't mean the festival has happened, starting a task or doing the bare minimum doesn't mean the goal is achieved.

This proverb describes a person who is eager to accept benefits or rewards but refuses to do the associated work or take on responsibilities. It is used to mock people who want the perks without the effort.

Basavanna is the name of a bull sacred to Siva. Bullocks are often familiarly called by this name. Âhâ is an exclamation signifying consent. Uhâ signifies refusal.

This proverb describes someone who is eager to enjoy the benefits or rewards of a task but is unwilling to take on the labor or responsibility associated with it. It is used to mock people who want freebies but refuse to work for them.

This proverb is used to describe situations that lack substance or perseverance. It suggests that a rainstorm preceded by excessive thunder often dissipates without much rain, just as a person who starts a conversation with tears often fails to convey their point effectively or complete their argument. It highlights that excessive show or premature emotion often leads to an unproductive end.

This expression is used to describe a person who mindlessly agrees with everything someone says without thinking for themselves or questioning the logic. It refers to the 'Gangireddu' (decorated bull) tradition where the bull nods its head to its master's rhythmic commands.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone is overly eager or gives an immediate, enthusiastic consent to something that is clearly to their benefit. It refers to the bull (Basavanna) who never says no to its favorite food, implying a predictable and self-serving 'yes' without any hesitation.

This expression refers to a person who blindly agrees with everything someone says without thinking for themselves or showing any individuality. It describes submissiveness or 'yes-man' behavior, similar to how a decorated performing bull nods its head mechanically to its master's commands.