బంగారు ముచ్చెలు అయినా కాళ్లకే తొడగాలి

This expression advises extreme caution and patience. It suggests that even when a situation seems safe or simple, one should still act with care and verify everything before proceeding, rather than acting in haste.

There is a pun here on the word చల్లాచుకోని which also means "having cooled." Nothing should be done hastily. Good and quickly seldom meet. Haste trips up its own heels.

This proverb is often used in the context of marriage or saving a family from breaking apart. It suggests that if white lies or minor deceptions can prevent a significant disaster like a divorce or a family feud, they are justified for the greater good of preserving the home.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of maintaining certain boundaries, privacy, or modesty even with those closest to us. It suggests that complete exposure or lack of restraint, even in the most intimate relationships, can lead to a loss of respect or dignity.

* Ἀπέφαλος μῦθος.

This proverb is used to convey that once a responsibility is taken or a process has started, one must see it through to the end regardless of the difficulties. It emphasizes that certain consequences or duties are inevitable once a particular path is chosen.

A work undertaken must be completed.

This proverb is used to emphasize that everything and everyone has a specific place or rank, regardless of their value. It serves as a reminder that respect should be given where it's due, but one should not overstep boundaries or forget their station in life just because of wealth or status.

This expression means that using expensive or high-quality tools does not always guarantee a superior or successful outcome. It highlights that merit, skill, or luck often matter more than the outward appearance or cost of the resources used. It is used to caution against the belief that money alone can buy success.

This proverb emphasizes that no matter how wealthy, talented, or powerful a person is, they still need external support or a foundation to remain stable. Just as a precious golden plate cannot stand upright without leaning against a wall, every individual needs the backing of family, friends, or society to succeed and maintain their position.

This proverb is used to describe an ingrained habit or professional trait that transcends personal relationships. It suggests that certain people cannot change their nature or 'tricks of the trade' even when dealing with their closest kin. It is often cited when someone acts according to their reputation or habit despite the circumstances.

This expression is used to describe something that is short-lived, fleeting, or temporary. It refers to a situation, trend, or happiness that lasts for a very brief period and then vanishes, similar to the English phrase 'nine days' wonder'.

This proverb highlights that some people are bound by their professional habits or inherent nature, regardless of personal relationships. It is used to describe a situation where someone's professional greed or compulsive habit overrides their loyalty or ethics, even towards their closest kin.