ఎంతచేసినా ఎడమచేతి కడియం కుదవే.

This proverb emphasizes that in certain critical tasks, missing the goal by a tiny margin is the same as failing completely. It is used to highlight that 'almost' or 'nearly' is not enough when total precision or success is required to avoid disaster, much like how falling short of the edge of a well by even a millimeter results in falling in.

This expression is used to highlight the inherent inequality or discrimination in treatment between two entities, despite them being part of the same whole or family. It refers to the traditional cultural preference for the right hand over the left, signifying that one person or thing often receives more honor or priority than another.

This expression emphasizes the importance of anonymous or humble charity. It suggests that when you help someone, you should do it quietly without seeking fame, recognition, or boasting about your generosity to others.

This proverb highlights practical caution and situational awareness. A crying person often wipes their nose or eyes with their left hand, potentially splashing tears or mucus on those nearby. Similarly, a tailor's right hand moves vigorously while sewing (traditionally with a needle or pulling thread), risking an accidental poke or hit to someone sitting too close. It is used to advise people to stay away from positions where they might inadvertently get hurt or soiled by someone else's actions.

This proverb is used to mock people who take things too literally or misunderstand context by focusing only on the phonetics of a word. 'Kadiyala' is a common Telugu surname, but the listener confuses it with the jewelry 'Kadiyalu' (bracelets), showing a lack of common sense or social awareness.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone offers a benefit, gift, or salary increase, but simultaneously takes it away or cancels its value through another action, tax, or hidden condition. It signifies a deceptive or meaningless gesture of generosity.

This proverb is the Telugu equivalent of 'As you sow, so shall you reap.' It implies that every action, especially a bad one, has an inevitable consequence that one must face personally in the future. It is used to describe the law of karma or poetic justice.

This expression is used to describe a futile or meaningless action where someone tries to achieve a result without having the necessary resources or substance. Just as measuring length with empty hands (without a physical object to measure) results in nothing, this refers to making empty promises or engaging in unproductive efforts.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where past errors or secrets eventually catch up with a person, often at the most inconvenient or personal moment. It emphasizes that one cannot escape the consequences of their actions, as they will eventually manifest and confront the individual directly.

This expression is used to describe a person who is free from all responsibilities, wanders around aimlessly without any worries, or is completely idle. Just as an ox is washed and set free to graze when it has no work, it refers to someone who is living a carefree life without any burdens.