ఇన్ని కంతులు కోశానుగాని, నా కంతి అంత నొప్పి మరేదీ లేదు

This proverb highlights fundamental truths of existence. It means that physical sight (the eye) is the ultimate source of enlightenment/perception for an individual, and the earth (soil) is the ultimate foundation that sustains all life. It is used to emphasize the importance of vision and the basic necessity of nature.

This expression is used to describe a situation where there is a total loss, or when something is completely hollow, empty, or useless despite appearances. It implies that everything has gone down the drain or that the entirety of a matter results in nothingness.

This proverb is traditionally used to suggest that women possess a unique or unpredictable sharpness of mind, often implying they can think of unconventional or clever solutions that others might miss. It is sometimes used to describe a change of heart or a contrary way of thinking.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone makes a huge fuss or throws a tantrum over a very trivial or minor issue. It highlights the absurdity of reacting dramatically to the lack of something insignificant.

This proverb refers to taking a superficial or irrelevant action to solve a problem instead of addressing the root cause. Just as changing a pillow won't cure a physiological headache, changing external factors won't solve internal or fundamental issues.

This proverb is used to emphasize that only the person who is actually experiencing a hardship or loss truly understands the pain of it. It is often said to people who offer superficial sympathy or advice without understanding the depth of another's struggle.

This proverb suggests that one doesn't need a specific reason to be happy; it is a state of mind. Conversely, it highlights that the human mind is prone to endless worrying or overthinking, implying that while joy is spontaneous, anxiety can be a never-ending cycle if not controlled.

This is a humorous and mocking rhyming chant or 'sameta' used to poke fun at teachers or scholars (Pantulu). It suggests that despite their status, they can be easily rattled or made to jump around. It is often used by children or in a lighthearted, albeit disrespectful, way to diminish the authority of a teacher.

This expression highlights the universal human attraction towards physical beauty (desire) and material wealth (gold/money). It is often used to suggest that it is human nature to be tempted by these two elements, though it can also be used as a cautionary remark regarding the primary sources of human attachment or downfall.

This proverb describes a hypocritical or subjective attitude where a person treats others harshly or performs painful tasks on others (like a doctor or a critic) but becomes overly sensitive or self-pitying when they face the same situation. It highlights how people often lack empathy until they experience pain themselves, or how they perceive their own suffering as unique and more significant than that of others.