కాకి కూడుతిన్నా కడుపు నిండవలెను.

This expression is used to mock someone's extreme ignorance or lack of common sense. It describes a person who doesn't understand the context of what is being offered, thinking that even a sacred book like the Bhagavad Gita is something to be eaten just because they were asked to 'take' (accept) it.

This proverb is used to convey that once a responsibility is taken or a process has started, one must see it through to the end regardless of the difficulties. It emphasizes that certain consequences or duties are inevitable once a particular path is chosen.

A work undertaken must be completed.

This proverb suggests that when a person is over-satisfied, wealthy, or comfortable, they often become arrogant and lose the patience to listen to good advice or moral lessons. It is also used to imply that someone who has everything cannot empathize with those in need or understand the value of discipline.

This proverb describes how a person's needs and desires change based on their current state. When someone is satisfied or has plenty, they no longer value things that are otherwise considered precious or delicious. It is used to remark on people who show lack of interest or find faults in something good because they are already satiated or over-privileged.

This expression refers to a negotiation or deal where one party is not in desperate need or in a hurry. Since they are already satisfied (full), they can afford to be indifferent, picky, or firm on their terms without worrying about the outcome.

This proverb suggests that certain things require constant attention or 'lubrication' to function or stay fresh. Just as betel leaves dry up and spoil without water, a 'Navayatee' (referring historically to a specific community or high-maintenance guest) requires constant hospitality, feeding, or bribery to stay satisfied. It is used to describe high-maintenance people or situations that demand continuous upkeep.

This expression is used to describe how people tend to become arrogant, boastful, or dismissive of others' struggles once they are wealthy, successful, or have their basic needs comfortably met. It highlights the change in attitude that often comes with prosperity.

When someone is satisfied or has had too much of something, even the most delicious or valuable things lose their appeal and become undesirable. It is used to describe how a person's needs or state of mind dictate their appreciation of a luxury or favor.

This expression refers to a negotiation or deal where one party is not in a hurry or desperate to sell or buy. Because they are already satisfied or financially stable, they can afford to be stubborn, picky, or indifferent to the outcome of the deal.

This proverb describes a situation where someone wants to have their cake and eat it too. It is used when a person tries to hold onto two mutually exclusive options or wants all the benefits of a situation without making any sacrifices or choices.

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