ఇంట గెలిచి రచ్చ గెలవాలి

This proverb describes a person's extreme stubbornness or irrational bias. It is used to mock someone who refuses to accept defeat or admit they are wrong, insisting that their side must prevail even when it is clearly inferior or incapable.

Excessive obstinacy.

This proverb emphasizes that fundamental needs and basic nature do not change based on social status or wealth. It is used to suggest that certain universal truths or biological necessities remain constant regardless of one's environment or financial standing.

This expression is used to describe someone who wins arguments or gains control over others solely by shouting, talking excessively, or being loud and aggressive, rather than using logic or facts. It compares such a person to a loud village deity.

This proverb emphasizes that one should first achieve success or harmony in their personal life and household before seeking recognition or trying to solve problems in the outside world. It suggests that internal stability is a prerequisite for external success.

This expression is used to indicate that certain opportunities or major life events happen only once. Just as a banana plant dies after producing its single bunch of fruit, specific chances or consequences cannot be repeated or undone.

This proverb highlights the exhausting and draining nature of legal battles. It suggests that in a lawsuit, even the winner suffers significant loss of time, money, and peace of mind (crying privately), whereas the loser faces public ruin and humiliation (crying in the streets). It is used to advise people to settle disputes through compromise rather than going to court.

This proverb suggests that one must first be capable of managing their own personal affairs or household before trying to lead or influence the public. It is used to point out that if someone lacks success or discipline in their private life, they are unlikely to achieve it in external or social matters.

* Quien no aprista en vallejo, no aprista en consejo.

This proverb highlights that silence is an impenetrable defense. When someone refuses to engage, respond, or react to provocations and arguments, it is impossible to defeat or influence them through debate. It suggests that silence can be a powerful tool in conflicts, as an opponent has no words to twist or use against you.

This proverb emphasizes that one should first achieve success or harmony within their own household or personal life before attempting to achieve success in the outside world or public affairs. It is often used to advise someone to settle internal matters before focusing on external competitions.

This proverb highlights the exhausting nature of legal battles and litigation. It suggests that in a lawsuit, there are no real winners because even the victor loses so much time, money, and peace of mind that their victory feels like a defeat. It is used to advise people to settle disputes amicably rather than pursuing lengthy legal action.