అన్యాయపు ఊరిలో ఆలు మొగుడికే అంకు

This proverb is used to mock someone who lacks the necessary stature, capability, or influence but tries to dominate or take charge of a situation. It suggests that individuals should know their limits and not overreach into roles they are unqualified for.

This is a bold Telugu proverb used to imply that if a person is capable and fulfills their responsibilities effectively, there is no need to seek help or favors from outsiders. It highlights self-sufficiency and the importance of a primary person performing their duty so that external intervention becomes unnecessary.

This proverb implies that money or wealth acquired through dishonest or unfair means will not last long and will eventually be squandered or lost in useless ways. It is often used as a moral warning that ill-gotten gains do not bring true prosperity.

This proverb is used to say that if the person responsible or the main authority is capable and does their job correctly, there is no need for third-party interference or outside help. It emphasizes that problems often arise only when the primary person fails in their duty.

This proverb describes a place or situation where corruption and lack of justice are so prevalent that even legitimate, righteous actions are seen as wrong or illegal. It is used to highlight systemic dysfunction where truth is twisted and innocent people are unfairly accused.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone ignores the basic or urgent needs of those dependent on them to pursue their own inappropriate or selfish desires. It highlights a complete lack of priorities and responsibility.

This expression is used to describe someone who is extremely clever, cunning, or a 'know-it-all' who thinks they can outsmart anyone. It refers to a person who claims superiority over those who are already considered experts or authorities in a particular field, often used in a sarcastic tone to highlight someone's overconfidence or manipulative nature.

This proverb highlights the pointlessness of possessing something that doesn't serve its primary purpose. An unstitched cloth cannot be worn, and a husband who neglects or doesn't support his wife provides no companionship or security. It is used to describe situations where someone or something is technically present but practically useless or ineffective.

This proverb describes unfair partiality or double standards within a household. It refers to a situation where a woman treats her husband poorly (giving him a small, rough leaf to eat from) while showing excessive hospitality or preference toward her son-in-law (giving him a large, premium banana leaf). It is used to mock people who value outsiders or guests more than their own family members.

This proverb highlights the social dynamic that an overextended stay at one's parents' house after marriage leads to a loss of respect. It suggests that guests or married daughters are welcomed for short visits, but staying too long results in being treated with disregard or as a burden, similar to a domestic help.