ఏనుగుకు కాలు విరగడం, దోమకు రెక్క విరగడం సమానం.

This is a traditional saying among Carnatic music lovers. It suggests that just as 'Meegada' (cream) is the richest and most delicious part of milk, the 'Begada' raga is exceptionally sweet, soothing, and rich in musical essence. It is used to praise the unique beauty and comforting nature of this specific raga.

This proverb describes people who show excessive or reckless enthusiasm toward new things or situations, often to the point of being destructive. It is used to mock someone who wants to over-exploit a resource just because it is fresh or new, rather than being careful or patient.

This expression means that suffering and pain are relative to the individual. Just as a broken leg is a catastrophe for a massive elephant, a broken wing is equally fatal or devastating for a tiny mosquito. It is used to suggest that one should not belittle another's problems just because they seem small in scale; for the person experiencing it, the hardship is total.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a person is raised or something is developed only to be exploited or destroyed in the end. It refers to the inevitable fate of something being nurtured just to meet an ultimate, often harsh, purpose.

This expression refers to the peak of youth and physical vigor. It describes a stage in life where a person is so energetic and strong that they feel invincible, to the extent of being able to crush sharp thorns under their feet without fear or harm.

This expression is used to remind that imitation or having a single similar trait does not equate to having the actual stature, strength, or essence of another. It highlights that inherent nature and capability cannot be changed by superficial similarities or mere pretension.

This proverb describes a situation where one seeks a solution that resolves a conflict or achieves a goal without causing harm to anyone involved or damaging the resources used. It is used when suggesting a balanced, diplomatic, or 'win-win' approach to a delicate problem.

This expression is used when a difficult person or a nuisance is finally gone, and simultaneously, a long-pending or tedious task is completed. It signifies a sense of great relief and total riddance from burdens.

This proverb highlights the relativity of loss or suffering. Even though an elephant's injury seems physically larger, the impact of the loss is equally devastating to the individual mosquito. It is used to emphasize that every living being's pain is significant to themselves, regardless of their size or status.

This proverb highlights that conflict is an inevitable and natural part of family life. Just as it is impossible to find a household without any jewelry or valuables (symbolized by coral), it is equally impossible to find a home where there are no arguments or disagreements among family members. It is used to comfort people facing domestic disputes by reminding them that it is a universal experience.