బగబగమను వాని పంచన నుండవచ్చునుగాని, నాలిముచ్చు నట్టింట నుండరాదు

This proverb highlights the historical fear and unpredictability of government authority and bureaucracy. It suggests that while a wild animal is a known danger, the complications, legal troubles, and harassment one might face from officials or the state can be far more ruinous and difficult to escape.

This proverb emphasizes that speaking the truth might lead to temporary criticism or accusations from others who are uncomfortable with it, but ultimately, the person remains honorable. It suggests that while one might be blamed for being blunt or honest, their character remains untarnished in the long run, unlike the shame that follows a lie.

This proverb expresses indifference toward trivial details or formalities when the outcome is already final or disastrous. It is used to suggest that once something is completely lost or finished, the minor circumstances surrounding it no longer carry any significance.

This proverb describes a highly restless, fickle, or hyperactive person (often a child) who cannot find comfort or stability anywhere. It is used to characterize something that is difficult to manage or someone who is constantly dissatisfied regardless of their situation.

This proverb warns that people who express their anger loudly and instantly (gabagaba arachevadu) are generally transparent and harmless once their outburst is over. However, one should be extremely wary of 'nelamuchodu'—those who remain silent, keep their head down, and secretly harbor grudges or plot against others. It is safer to deal with an open critic than a silent enemy.

This proverb contrasts the behavior of an openly angry or short-tempered person with that of a sly, manipulative person. It suggests that while a hot-tempered person may be loud or harsh, their feelings are transparent and predictable. In contrast, a deceitful person (Nalimuchu) hides their true intentions and can cause much more harm from within. It is used to advise that honesty, even if blunt, is better than hidden malice.

This proverb highlights the danger of untrustworthy and treacherous people. While a powerful person might be intimidating, their actions are often predictable or manageable. However, a 'naalimuchu' (a double-dealer or a person with a hidden agenda) is far more dangerous because their betrayal comes from within the home, making it impossible to find peace or safety.

This is a powerful traditional saying emphasizing that a person's reputation and honor are more important than any physical or social hardship. While widowhood (historically considered a great misfortune) is endurable, the burden of a false accusation or a stain on one's character is considered unbearable and worse than death or extreme misery.

This proverb warns against trusting people who hide their true nature. A 'sneaky person' refers to someone cunning, while 'chewing water' is a metaphor for someone who acts overly innocent, hesitant, or behaves unnaturally to deceive others. It implies that people who are not straightforward or appear too good to be true should be approached with caution.

This traditional proverb suggests that while a large number of men (symbolized by 'shikha' or tufts) can work together or live in harmony, even a small number of women (symbolized by 'koppu' or hair buns) often find it difficult to coexist without conflict or disagreements. It is typically used to remark on domestic friction or the perceived difficulty of managing multiple women in a single household.