భూమికి వాన మేలా అంటే, మేలే అన్నట్టు.

This proverb describes a situation of extreme foolishness or misplaced priorities. It refers to someone who ignores a genuine necessity (provisions for a long journey to another village) but insists on providing for someone performing a trivial, short-term task (going to the outskirts for nature's call). It is used to mock people who waste resources on unnecessary things while neglecting essential needs.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone takes a compliment or a small success too far, resulting in overconfidence or pride that ultimately leads to their own downfall. It is similar to the English proverb 'Pride goes before a fall'.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone's trust or reliance on another person results in them being dragged down to that person's level of misfortune or mediocrity. It warns about trusting people who are in a bad state themselves, as they might end up making your situation as bad as theirs.

This proverb emphasizes the traditional social security of a woman. In the context of the era it originated from, a husband is seen as a more reliable and direct source of support and status for a wife than a son, regardless of the son's power or wealth. It highlights the importance of the marital bond for a woman's immediate well-being.

This proverb is used to describe a person who is shameless or lacks self-respect. It refers to someone who takes an insult or a criticism as a compliment, often due to thick-skinned behavior or a refusal to acknowledge their mistakes.

This expression is used to mock someone who pretends to have control over natural events or situations they have no power over. It describes a person's arrogance or foolishness in 'giving permission' for something that is already happening and is completely beyond their authority.

This expression suggests that while appearances or specific circumstances might change, the fundamental nature, history, or inherent qualities of a situation remain the same. It is used to point out that basic truths or deep-rooted behaviors do not change simply because of a change in scenery or time.

This proverb is used to convey that having something imperfect or partial is better than having nothing at all. It is similar to the English expression 'Half a loaf is better than no bread' or 'Something is better than nothing.'

Of two evils choose the least.

This expression is used to describe a situation where even a small or indirect association with a great, powerful, or lucky person brings some benefit or positive influence. It emphasizes that even the slightest contact with greatness is better than nothing at all.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone's attempt to help or do something good backfires or results in unintended harm. It describes an act of kindness that leads to a disaster, or a situation where a small request for a favor results in a disproportionate problem.