కవికులకళ్ళెం కల్యాణికిగాక గాడిదకేల

This proverb is used to mock people who return from a big city or a prestigious position and act superior or arrogant toward those who stayed in their hometown or humble roots. It highlights the empty vanity of someone who feels elevated by their environment despite their basic nature remaining the same.

This proverb suggests that difficult or stubborn problems require harsh or specialized solutions. Just as a horse that is hard to control needs a sharper, more painful bit (kakkula kallemu) to be tamed, a person with a difficult temperament or a complex situation needs an equally firm or tough approach to be managed.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where basic or primary needs are ignored, yet secondary or grand plans are being made. It highlights the irony of neglecting the most important task while focusing on something less urgent or impossible given the current circumstances.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where the most basic or essential requirements are not yet met, but there are demands or preparations for something much more advanced or secondary. It highlights a lack of priority or unrealistic expectations in a sequence of events.

This proverb is used to say that resources, hard work, or benefits should go to those who are productive or deserving, rather than being wasted on useless or destructive entities. It emphasizes that valuable assets should serve a greater, fruitful purpose.

This expression is used to emphasize that certain occasions or events are incomplete without their most essential or traditional element. Just as a traditional wedding feast is considered incomplete without the sweet dish 'Athirasa', a situation lacks its true essence if the core requirement is missing.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where one must humble themselves or flatter even an unworthy or inferior person to get a specific job done or to achieve a goal. It emphasizes pragmatism and temporary compromise for the sake of success.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone, in an attempt to escape one problem or danger, seeks help from an even worse or more unreliable source. It highlights the foolishness of choosing a remedy that is as bad as or worse than the original trouble.

This proverb suggests that when a person is in a difficult situation or facing bad times, they might have to humble themselves or seek help from someone they normally look down upon to get their work done. It emphasizes the importance of pragmatism and patience over pride during adversity.

This proverb is used to describe a person who cannot change their inherent nature or lack of refinement, regardless of how much wealth, education, or luxury is bestowed upon them. It suggests that external appearances or decorations cannot hide one's true character or stupidity.