ఇంటికి హేళనైతే బంటుకు హేళన, బంటుకు హేళనైతే బాంచకూ హేళన

This expression describes a person who is extremely lazy or an opportunist who overstays their welcome. It refers to someone who starts eating when one meal begins and continues sitting there until the next meal starts, essentially doing nothing but eating and lingering for a very long time.

This proverb suggests that a person who lacks self-respect or a sense of honor is rarely disappointed or deceived because they do not have high standards or expectations to be betrayed. It is often used to criticize someone who lacks the courage to stand up for themselves, implying that while they might stay safe, they lack dignity.

This is a traditional folk proverb or 'Sameta' used by farmers and traders to predict market fluctuations based on the appearance of the new moon (crescent). It suggests that the physical orientation of the moon's tips (horns) serves as an omen for the scarcity or abundance of essential commodities like food grains and salt.

This proverb emphasizes that self-respect and the respect of one's own family are the foundation of social status. If a person is not valued or respected within their own home, outsiders and even those in subordinate positions will naturally lose respect for them. It serves as a reminder to maintain dignity and unity within the household.

This expression is used to describe a very large number of children in a single family. It refers to the mythological figure Kuchela (Sudama), a childhood friend of Lord Krishna, who was famously poor and lived with his wife and twenty-seven children.

This expression means that true merit or bravery is determined by one's actions and results in the field, rather than by empty boasts or titles. In the past, wild boar hunting was a dangerous task; therefore, only the person who actually completed the kill was considered a true warrior. It is used to suggest that success belongs to the person who performs the difficult task at hand.

This proverb is used to say that someone who is disobedient or doesn't fulfill their duties does not deserve rewards or special treatment. It highlights that if a worker or person fails to follow instructions, they should not expect to be pampered or given incentives.

This proverb is used to describe a coward who looks for any trivial excuse to avoid a task or escape a situation. Just as a cowardly soldier might claim a simple sneeze is a bad omen or a reason to retreat from battle, it highlights how people make lame excuses due to fear.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a subordinate or someone in a lower position demands luxuries or facilities that even their superior or benefactor cannot afford. It highlights irony, misplaced priorities, or unreasonable demands made by someone who is dependent on others.

This proverb is used to criticize excessive or unnecessary expenditure and effort on something that is already worthless or beyond repair. It highlights the irony of providing high security or maintenance to a failed venture.

* Wer da fallt, über ihm laufen alle Welt, ! Ao cas morido, todos o mordem, ‡ Cognatio movet invidiam.