చిక్కుల గుర్రానికి కక్కుల కళ్లెము

This expression describes a hidden danger or a constant threat from someone who is very close or intimate. It is typically used to refer to a traitor, a secret enemy within one's own circle, or a persistent problem that causes anxiety because it is impossible to ignore.

This proverb is used to express that when someone has no support, family, or help in the world, God will protect and guide them. It is equivalent to the English sentiment that God helps those who are helpless or abandoned.

This expression means that a single powerful solution or a single strong person is enough to handle a large number of weak or noisy opponents. It is used to suggest that quality or strength prevails over sheer quantity.

This proverb suggests that the initial phase of a young couple's married life is often intense and burns brightly with passion, but like a fire made of thin twigs, it can flare up quickly and die out just as fast. It is used to highlight the lack of stability or endurance in immature relationships compared to the steady warmth of a seasoned one.

This expression describes a situation or a person lacking discipline, control, or direction. Just as a door without a latch cannot be secured and a horse without a bridle cannot be guided, a person without self-restraint or a project without leadership is prone to chaos and failure.

This expression describes a situation, life, or a project that is disorganized, poorly constructed, and filled with difficulties. 'Atukula Bontha' (quilt of patches) refers to something made of mismatched pieces, while 'Gathukula Baata' (bumpy road) signifies a journey or process full of obstacles and hardships. It is typically used to describe a struggling existence or a poorly executed plan.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone is doing something in a completely wrong, backward, or illogical manner. Just as a bridle belongs on a horse's head to control it, putting it on the tail is useless and absurd. It highlights fundamental errors in planning or execution.

This expression is used to describe a state of extreme confusion, chaos, or being completely overwhelmed. It refers to a situation where someone is so disoriented that they cannot distinguish between different paths or directions, metaphorically suggesting that their world has been turned upside down or converged into a single point of confusion.

This proverb is used to describe how people with little knowledge, capability, or status often behave with excessive pride or showiness. It is similar to the English proverb 'Empty vessels make the most noise.' It suggests that those who are truly capable are humble, while those who lack substance tend to brag or act superior.

This proverb is used to express that even if someone lacks financial resources or basic necessities like food, they still maintain their self-respect, dignity, or social standing. It highlights the idea that poverty does not equate to a loss of character or heritage.