చీరపేల బొంత ఎప్పుడైనా కాలవలసిందే

This proverb describes a state of complete contentment and self-sufficiency with minimal possessions. It is used to express that when a person's basic needs are met and they have a simple life, they are free from the anxieties and stresses that come with wealth or complex responsibilities.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where two people or things are perfectly matched, often in a negative or sarcastic sense. It implies that a person has found a partner, friend, or situation that is exactly as good or bad as they are. It is similar to the English expression 'Like father, like son' or 'Two of a kind.'

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 expression is used to describe a situation where two useless or insignificant items or people join together, resulting in nothing but a heavy, unproductive burden. It suggests that the combination of poor quality components only leads to more trouble or labor rather than any benefit.

This proverb describes how misfortunes often come in clusters. Just as lice are found in the rags of the poor or in dirty hair, problems tend to multiply when a person is already in a vulnerable or difficult situation. It is used to express that 'troubles never come alone' or to describe the compounding effects of bad luck.

* Peccato confessato à mezzo perdonato.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where several small, seemingly insignificant burdens or problems accumulate to become an overwhelming task. It refers to how minor things, when added up, result in a heavy struggle for the person responsible.

In the context of traditional Indian dining where food is served on a leaf, this expression emphasizes the importance of securing your place or opportunity first. It is used to suggest that one should prioritize claiming a right, seat, or fundamental requirement, after which the actual task can be completed at one's own pace.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone relies completely on an unreliable source or person for safety or success, only to find themselves vulnerable or disappointed. It signifies misplaced trust or foolish dependence.

This proverb describes how people are often fascinated by anything new, but quickly lose interest or find the old things repulsive or messy. It is used to remark on the fleeting nature of human curiosity and the tendency to value novelty over longevity.

This expression is used to describe two people or things that are a perfect match for each other, often in a sarcastic or negative sense (like two equally lazy or cunning people). It is the Telugu equivalent of the English phrase 'Like father, like son' or 'A chip off the old block', implying that the quality or nature of one thing matches the other perfectly.

Like pot, like cover. (Dutch.)*