అయ్య సంపాద్యానికి అరవై ఆరు జోళ్ళు

This expression is used to criticize excessive or disproportionate preparation for a very short-term event or a temporary situation. It highlights the absurdity of wasting huge resources on something that won't last long.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where there is an overwhelming abundance or variety of things, often to the point of being unnecessary or overly elaborate. It can also imply that despite having everything one could possibly need, one still looks for small additions or refinements.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone makes an excessive or extravagant display for a very short-lived or insignificant event. It highlights the absurdity of over-preparing or over-spending on something that lacks longevity or substance.

This expression refers to a situation where a single breadwinner's income supports a large family or is distributed among many dependents. It is used to describe the burden of responsibility on one individual or to highlight a selfless person whose hard work benefits many others.

This proverb emphasizes that both marital alliances and rivalries (fights) should occur between equals. In marriage, it suggests that compatibility in status, wealth, and background ensures a smooth relationship; in conflict, it implies that one should only engage with an opponent of equal strength for a fair or meaningful outcome.

This proverb highlights the immense value and versatility of milk provided by a cow. It implies that from a single source (milk), one can create a vast multitude of foods, sweets, and nutrients, emphasizing the cow's sacred and provider status in Indian culture.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone tries to outsmart or deceive a person who is already very experienced, clever, or cunning in their own right. It signifies meeting an expert with even more complex maneuvers or excessive strategies.

This is a sarcastic expression used to describe someone who is lazy, useless, or good-for-nothing. The numbers 25 and 26 don't hold a mathematical value here but colloquially represent a person who lacks purpose or effectiveness.

This proverb highlights the supreme importance of milk and dairy products in traditional Indian cuisine. It suggests that milk is the fundamental source or 'mother' of all great food varieties, implying that if one has milk, they have the essence of all nutritious and delicious preparations.

This expression is used to describe how people's character and behavior can drastically change when they face a downfall or make a mistake. It suggests that a single slip in conduct or status can reveal many hidden, often negative, traits or lead to numerous accusations and character flaws being attributed to a person.