అసూయకు కావలసింది బలం కాదు దౌర్బల్యం

This proverb is used to describe a person who is driven primarily by jealousy. It suggests that such a person's envy is so prominent that it precedes them, while their actual identity or other characteristics follow behind. It is often used to criticize someone whose actions are entirely motivated by spite or the inability to see others prosper.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a major loss or mistake has already occurred, yet people focus on trivial matters or offer redundant advice. It highlights the irony of worrying about minor appearances or formalities after the core damage is already done.

This proverb highlights the reciprocity and equality inherent in kinship and relationships, regardless of economic status. In Telugu culture, 'Bava' (brother-in-law) denotes a close relative. The saying suggests that blood relations or social bonds remain the same regardless of one person being rich (balisinavadu) and the other being poor (bakkavadu). It is used to emphasize that status shouldn't change how family members treat or address one another.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone who supported or encouraged a wrong action or person ends up suffering the consequences or bearing the responsibility themselves. It emphasizes that if you back someone in their mistakes, you must be prepared to face the repercussions alongside them.

This expression is used to sarcastically describe a situation where a lack of proper maintenance or care leads to annoying noises, problems, or complaints. Just as an unlubricated wheel screeches loudly, a task done without proper resources or a machine not cared for will create a lot of 'noise' or trouble.

This proverb is used to highlight that greatness and knowledge are not the birthright of any specific caste or social status. Valmiki (who wrote the Ramayana) was from the Boya community, and Vyasa (who wrote the Mahabharata) was the son of a fisherwoman. It serves as an example of social equality in spiritual and intellectual achievement.

This expression describes a situation where a person's greed or appetite exceeds their physical capacity. It is commonly used when someone serves themselves a large amount of food because it looks delicious, only to realize they are too full to finish it.

This proverb highlights shared responsibility and the consequences of poor associations. It means that if a leader or a partner goes back on their word or commits a mistake, those who supported or followed them must endure the resulting hardships or losses.

This traditional expression highlights the simplicity and contentment of a married woman's life. In olden days, bronze toe rings (kanchumette) and glass bangles (matti gaajulu) were symbols of auspiciousness (sumangali). It suggests that when one has the basic blessings of a happy family and marital status, material riches are secondary.

This proverb describes a situation where an innocent person or an auxiliary object has to suffer or undergo a process simply because they are associated with the main subject. Just as a basket (daagara) must sit in the sun for as long as it takes the vegetables inside (varugu) to dry, a person might be stuck in a tedious situation due to their companionship with someone else.