చెడిన చేనుకు ముప్పేమిటి, మొండికాలికి చెప్పేమిటి?

This is a traditional Telugu proverb or 'Sameta'. Historically, it refers to the resilience and self-sufficiency of the Munnuru Kapu community, suggesting they are a strong, risk-free collective. The second part is a literal observation used for rhyming or emphasis, implying that just as a deformed or amputated leg cannot wear a standard sandal, certain things in life are fixed or beyond typical constraints.

This expression is used sarcastically to describe someone who disappears or ignores their responsibilities for a long time and then suddenly reappears to find fault with others. It highlights the irony of a person who has been absent/negligent trying to act superior or accusatory upon their return.

This proverb describes a state of chronic poverty or misfortune where even a positive turn of events does not improve one's basic condition. It is used to refer to people who remain destitute despite having resources or relationships that should normally provide security.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone has already faced the worst possible outcome or is deeply involved in a crisis, so further minor problems or risks no longer bother them. It is similar to the English expression 'In for a penny, in for a pound' or the idea that once you are already 'drowned' in debt or trouble, you are no longer afraid of the consequences.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a small or temporary resource is insufficient to cover a massive loss or a large-scale disaster. It highlights the futility of trying to fix a major systemic failure with minor, personal reserves.

This is a traditional proverb reflecting historical social observations. The first part suggests that a large, united community (specifically the Munnuru Kapu) is resilient and protected from threats. The second part is a metaphorical observation that some things are impractical or impossible, such as fitting a sandal on a leg without a foot. It is used to describe inherent strengths or undeniable, sometimes harsh, realities.

This proverb suggests that once a person crosses the boundaries of morality or ethics, they lose all sense of shame or restraint, and their further actions no longer hold any surprise or value. It is used to describe a state where a person has abandoned their principles and becomes indifferent to social consequences.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where once a person has fully committed to a difficult or risky task, they should no longer hesitate or worry about the minor discomforts or consequences that come with it. It is similar to the English idea of 'being in too deep to turn back' or 'taking the plunge.'

This proverb is used to describe a situation where people continue to be reckless or extravagant even when they are already facing ruin or bankruptcy. It mocks the attitude of individuals who do not change their wasteful ways despite having no resources left, essentially saying there is nothing left to lose by being foolish.

This proverb suggests that you cannot expect a superior or high-quality outcome from a foundation that is fundamentally damaged or poor. It is used to emphasize that the quality of the result is directly dependent on the quality of the source or environment.