ఘటములెన్నియైన గగనంబదేకమౌ

This proverb highlights the necessity of protection or advocacy. Just as a wall protects a crop (madi) from intruders or animals, a clever or articulate husband protects his family from being taken advantage of by society. It is used to suggest that one needs either physical security or a clever person to handle external worldly affairs effectively.

This proverb explains that without passion, attachment, or desire (Mohamu) for something, one cannot experience true happiness or delight (Modamu) in achieving or having it. It highlights that interest is the prerequisite for enjoyment.

This expression means that people with specific talents, habits, or restless natures cannot stay idle. Just as a dancer's feet or a singer's voice naturally seek expression, someone accustomed to a particular activity will inevitably continue doing it. It is often used to describe someone who cannot keep quiet or stay still.

This expression is used to describe the insatiable nature of human greed or ambition. It implies that once one desire is fulfilled, another takes its place, suggesting that contentment is difficult to achieve if one keeps chasing endless wants.

This expression emphasizes that certain things are incomplete or lack beauty without their essential adornments. Just as a pond looks barren without a lotus flower, a face/mouth is traditionally considered to lack grace or festive spirit if it hasn't partaken in 'Tambulam' (betel leaves and nuts), which is a symbol of auspiciousness and social culture in Telugu tradition.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a massive resource is so abundant that small-scale consumption or petty interference makes no visible difference. It can also be used sarcastically to suggest that someone's insignificant efforts or presence will not affect a larger outcome or the status quo.

This proverb emphasizes that every object or person has a specific, unique role and value that cannot be replaced by others, regardless of how expensive or superior the alternatives might be. In a traditional context, it highlights that regular jewelry (wealth) cannot replace the sacred significance of the wedding thread (Mangalasutra).

This expression refers to a situation that lacks the necessary grandeur, preparation, or essential components despite having the outward appearance of an event. It is used to describe something that is hollow, incomplete, or poorly organized.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone fails so badly that they lose both their reputation (name) and their discipline or principles (rules). It describes a total loss of character and standing.

This expression is used to convey the philosophical concept of universal unity despite superficial diversity. Just as the space inside many pots is part of the same single sky, the divine soul or essence in all living beings is considered to be one and the same.