కాలము నాటి కందిగింజ, పెద్దల నాటి పెసరగింజ.

This expression describes a manipulative or extremely shrewd person who gives something of very little value (a small date seed) to gain something much more valuable (a large palmyra seed). It is used to caution against people who perform small favors only to demand or extract much larger benefits in return.

Íta is the wild date ( Phoenix Sylvestris ). Tāḍu is the Palmyra ( Borassus Flabelliformis ). Offering a gift of slight value for the purpose of gaining a rich present. Throw in a sprat to catch a salmon.

This expression describes something that is extremely unstable or short-lived. Just as a small, round green gram seed cannot stay still on a smooth, slippery surface like a mirror and slides off immediately, this phrase is used to refer to people who don't stick to their word, or situations that are highly precarious and transient.

This expression is used to describe something that slides off or fails to stick, just as a smooth seed would bounce or slip off a glass surface. It is often used to characterize a person who is unaffected by advice, warnings, or criticism, or to describe a situation where efforts have no lasting impact.

This expression is used to highlight the obvious origin of something or to indicate that the core essence (the rice) is hidden within a shell (the husk). It serves as a metaphor for looking beyond the external covering to find the true value or substance inside.

This proverb highlights the transient nature of domestic disputes between couples. Just as a small, smooth seed like a green gram cannot find a grip and quickly slides off a slippery surface like a mirror, a disagreement between a married couple is expected to be fleeting and will resolve itself very quickly.

This proverb describes the fleeting nature of domestic quarrels between a married couple. Just as a smooth, round seed cannot stay on a slippery mirror and falls off instantly, the arguments between a husband and wife are temporary and resolve very quickly. It is used to advise others not to interfere in a couple's small tiffs, as they will reconcile almost immediately.

This expression is used to describe something that is extremely old, ancient, or outdated. It often refers to objects, traditions, or ideas that have been preserved for generations, sometimes implying they are long-lasting and at other times suggesting they are archaic.

This expression refers to things that are temporary or occur only on specific occasions. Just as a flood only lasts as long as the rain and special wedding food is only served during the ceremony, certain benefits or situations are transient and do not last forever.

In this proverb, a Guru is compared to a 'Chilla ginja' (Strychnos potatorum), a seed traditionally used to purify muddy water by making impurities settle at the bottom. It means that just as the seed clears turbid water, a Guru clarifies the mind, removes doubts, and purifies one's understanding of life.

This proverb is used to describe the inherent nature or qualities of different things. It signifies that every object or person has their own specific utility and characteristics, emphasizing that one should understand the natural state or the processed form of things to appreciate their value.