అతడు ఉంటే మంగళవాణ్ని అయినా పిలుచును.

In traditional Telugu culture, the son-in-law (alludu) is treated with such extreme respect and hospitality that everyone in the household becomes hyper-vigilant and formal. This proverb uses hyperbole to describe how even inanimate objects would straighten up in his presence, signifying the pressure on the bride's family to ensure everything is perfect and orderly when he visits.

This proverb emphasizes that life is the most precious asset. As long as one is alive and healthy, they can find some way to make a living, even through the humblest of jobs like selling salt. It is used to encourage resilience and hope during times of great loss or financial ruin.

This proverb is used to describe someone who was unproductive or useless while alive, but is now being remembered with exaggerated importance or false hope by others. It mocks the act of attributing potential skills or value to someone after they are gone, when in reality, they contributed very little.

This proverb emphasizes the power of consistency, practice, and perseverance. It suggests that even someone who lacks natural talent or intelligence can achieve success if they repeatedly perform a task with focus and dedication. In usage, it is often cited to encourage someone to stick to a routine or to highlight that steady practice leads to mastery.

This expression emphasizes the lasting impact of one's words compared to the fleeting nature of time. It is used to remind someone to be careful with their speech or promises, as people will remember what was said long after the moment has passed.

This expression describes a situation where a person is mourning a loss (usually a husband) but focuses on trivial or irrelevant inconveniences instead of the actual tragedy. It is used to mock people who pretend to grieve but are actually thinking about their own minor needs or who display misplaced priorities during a crisis.

This proverb conveys that if you possess the fundamental resources or basic requirements, you can achieve any desired result or style. It is often used to suggest that as long as one has health or wealth (the foundation), they can manage their life in various ways.

If you have means, you can do any thing you like.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where if the primary person or the necessary resource were available, one wouldn't have to seek an alternative or inferior help. It is often used to highlight a lack of self-sufficiency or the absence of a key person that forces one to depend on others.

This expression is used to describe an absurd or illogical situation where a person interferes in a matter that they have absolutely no authority or legal standing over. It refers to someone trying to settle or decide an issue that does not involve them at all.

This expression emphasizes the permanence and importance of keeping one's promises. While time moves forward and situations change, the words you have spoken and the commitments you have made will be remembered and will define your character long after the moment has passed.