అరు నెలలు సావాసాం చేస్తే వారు వీరు అవుతారు.

This expression is used to highlight the human tendency to envy or overlook the achievements of those who live in the same time period or social circle. It suggests that recognition often comes from outsiders or future generations, rather than from one's peers or equals who might be blinded by competition or familiarity.

This traditional Telugu proverb emphasizes the dependency of agriculture on the 'Kartelu' (astrological seasonal periods that dictate rainfall). It means that if the rains do not arrive during their designated seasonal periods, it leads to crop failure and eventually famine. It is used to highlight the importance of timely natural cycles for survival.

This rhetorical question is used to describe a person who is naturally malicious or harmful by nature, even without any provocation. Just as a scorpion stings because it is its nature rather than as a reaction to being harmed, some people behave poorly or cause trouble without needing a reason or an excuse.

This proverb is used to say that outsiders or guests can never replace the core, essential members of a household or the fundamental components of a system. Just as a temporary visitor cannot take the place of a wife in managing a home, or a random vessel cannot replace the foundational pot (kadava) in a traditional stack (donti), some roles are unique and irreplaceable.

This proverb highlights that sometimes those close to us can be more harmful or detrimental to our progress than strangers. It is often used to describe situations where family or friends cause difficulties, while unexpected help comes from outsiders.

This expression is similar to 'As you sow, so shall you reap.' It implies that the consequences of one's actions—whether good or bad—will inevitably catch up to them, often sooner than expected. It is used to remind people that their current deeds determine their future outcomes.

This proverb is used to highlight the necessity of a division of labor. It means that in any society or project, everyone cannot be a leader or enjoy high status simultaneously; some people must perform the actual work or supportive tasks for the system to function. It is often used when everyone wants to be the boss but no one wants to do the work.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where one person puts in all the hard work, investment, or effort to create something, but a different person ultimately reaps the benefits or enjoys the results. It highlights the irony of life where the creator and the consumer are often different people.

This proverb is used to warn against showing misplaced sympathy for wicked people or those who bring trouble upon themselves through their own bad actions. It suggests that by pitying a wrongdoer, you might unintentionally share the burden of their bad karma or consequences.

This proverb highlights that if family members disrespect or expose the weaknesses of their own kin, outsiders will feel emboldened to treat them with even greater contempt or cause more significant harm. It emphasizes the importance of family unity and loyalty in maintaining social standing.