గుడిని మింగేవాడికి గుడి రాళ్లు అప్పడాలు.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of progress and upward mobility. It suggests that rising from poverty to wealth is a desirable journey, whereas falling from a high status to a low one is a tragedy. It is used to highlight the value of growth and the hardship of downfall.

This expression is used to mock someone who takes pride or joy in something that is actually very poor, trivial, or of no value. It describes a situation where someone is overly impressed by something mediocre or inferior.

This proverb refers to things that are fragile, poorly constructed, or temporary. It describes a situation where something looks complete but lacks structural integrity, suggesting that even a small problem or a single 'blow' can completely destroy it. It is used to caution against superficial fixes or weak foundations.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of learning through experience or trial and error. It suggests that one must go through difficulties and practical struggles (getting wet) before successfully completing a task (thatching the hut). It is used to describe someone who has gained wisdom or skill only after facing initial failures.

This proverb is used to mock someone who desires or demands luxuries that are far beyond their means or status. It highlights the mismatch between a person's humble reality and their extravagant pretensions.

This proverb highlights the pointlessness of possessing things that are either beyond one's means or of no practical use to the possessor. It is used to describe situations where luxury or tools are wasted on those who cannot afford to maintain them or lack the capacity to utilize them.

When greed grows excessively, a person wishes to acquire all – without caring for the means to attain his immoral goal.

This expression describes an act of betrayal or treachery by someone who is part of an organization or household. It refers to a person who harms the very place or person that provides them with shelter, protection, or a livelihood. It is used to call out ingratitude and internal sabotage.

This proverb warns that secretive or manipulative plotting (whispering) often leads to the destruction of one's own home or foundation. It is used to suggest that transparency is better than conspiring, as secret schemes usually backfire on the people involved.

This expression describes a state of total helplessness and isolation. It is used when someone has no family, friends, or support system to offer comfort in grief, solve their problems, or help them recover from a downfall or financial crisis.