ఇద్దుం చల్లితే ముత్తుము పండినట్లు.

This proverb serves as a warning against litigation. It suggests that while two parties fight over a property (the cow) and waste their energy and resources holding onto it, the only person who truly benefits from the dispute is the lawyer, who extracts the profit (the milk) from both sides in the form of fees.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone puts in a massive amount of effort, travel, or time, only to achieve a very trivial or insignificant result. It highlights the disproportion between the effort expended and the outcome gained.

This expression refers to the fact that the natural ups and downs of life (tides) are beyond human control. It is used to suggest that one cannot dictate fate or stop the inevitable challenges of life through mere commands or willpower.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone with their own flaws or faults mocks someone else for similar or even lesser flaws. Both Chakkilam and Janthika are traditional snacks that are twisted or crooked in shape; therefore, one cannot mock the other for being bent.

This proverb is used to describe a situation of total chaos, incompetence, or a lack of coordination where people are handling roles they are not suited for. It signifies a complete mess or 'anarchy' in administration where nothing follows a logical order or established rules.

This expression is used to describe an extremely stubborn person or someone who is persistent to a fault. It suggests that regardless of major disasters or personal injury, the individual refuses to change their course of action or stop a specific behavior.

This proverb highlights the essential requirements for success in specific tasks. Just as manure (pantu) is necessary for a healthy crop yield, constant stirring or tending (maratu) is necessary for a dish to be cooked properly. It is used to emphasize that every job has its own unique, indispensable process that must be followed to achieve the desired result.

It is unwise to spoil the other person, mostly out of ill will, as it will usually result in one’s own destruction.

This proverb is used to describe a person who spends a large sum of money on an expensive asset or project but refuses to spend a tiny additional amount on a necessary accessory or maintenance tool required to make it functional. It highlights the foolishness of being 'penny wise and pound foolish.'

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone performs their duty or a routine action mechanically, regardless of whether it is appropriate for the current circumstances or whether the main task is actually completed. It highlights indifference or the habit of following a ritual without concern for the outcome.