కంబళి ఉన్నవాడిని కొమ్ములు ఉన్నవాడు కొట్టినట్లు

This expression is used to describe someone who is firm, reliable, and strong. A tamarind branch is known for its extreme flexibility and strength (it doesn't break easily), whereas a drumstick branch is very brittle and snaps quickly. It is used to compliment someone's resilience or to indicate that a task or person is more formidable than they appear.

This proverb describes the nature of family arguments. It means that fights between brothers are temporary and shouldn't be taken too seriously by outsiders, as they reconcile quickly, much like the lighthearted teasing that occurs between brothers-in-law.

This proverb is used to convey that natural responsibilities or inherent duties are never a burden to those who possess them. Just as a deer does not feel the weight of its own horns, an individual finds the strength to carry their own specific roles or family responsibilities naturally.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where the incidental costs or the penalties associated with a mistake far exceed the value of the original object or the core issue itself. It is similar to the English expression 'the remedy is worse than the disease.'

This proverb is used to describe a person's deep-rooted nature or bad habits. It suggests that external changes or superficial punishments cannot change someone's intrinsic character or long-standing behavioral patterns.

This expression describes a situation, life, or a project that is disorganized, poorly constructed, and filled with difficulties. 'Atukula Bontha' (quilt of patches) refers to something made of mismatched pieces, while 'Gathukula Baata' (bumpy road) signifies a journey or process full of obstacles and hardships. It is typically used to describe a struggling existence or a poorly executed plan.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb implying that certain physical traits (like 'chappi' or downward-curving horns) are reliable indicators of a strong and hardworking animal. In a broader sense, it suggests that quality and value are sometimes self-evident to those with experience, and one should choose what is proven to be reliable.

This expression is used to describe a person who is currently experiencing a period of extreme good luck or success. Every venture they undertake or every decision they make leads to a positive outcome, similar to the legend of King Midas.

This proverb describes a situation where someone makes a decision or a deal based on incomplete information or superficial appearances. Just as one cannot judge the health or value of a buffalo while it is submerged in water, making a commitment without seeing the full picture often leads to risk or loss.

This expression is used to describe a situation where there is a complete lack of understanding or irrelevant communication between two people. It refers to someone giving a totally unrelated or absurd answer to a question, or a listener completely misinterpreting what was said due to lack of attention or intelligence.