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This expression is used to describe a situation where a person is surrounded by many relatives or supporters, yet none of them are reliable or available to help during a critical time of need or at the end of their life. It highlights the irony of having a large but useless circle of people.

This expression is used to describe someone who is behaving in an extremely hyperactive, erratic, or uncontrollable manner. It implies a state of chaotic agitation where a person is already naturally restless (like a monkey) and has been further stimulated by an intoxicant, making them impossible to manage.

This proverb describes a situation where a person has a vast network of relatives or supporters, yet finds themselves completely neglected or without help in their time of need. It highlights the irony of having 'quantity' in relationships without any 'quality' or genuine care.

This expression is used to describe someone who, out of overconfidence or arrogance due to their prosperity or strength, unknowingly walks straight into trouble or invites their own downfall. It signifies that being overly proud or reckless because of one's resources can lead to a trap or a dangerous situation.

This expression is used to describe a person who talks incessantly, noisily, or harshly without pause. Just as a dry 'Gachhapoda' (fever nut bush) makes a rattling sound when the wind blows or when disturbed, this refers to someone who is talkative or argumentative in an annoying manner.

This proverb highlights the reciprocity and equality inherent in kinship and relationships, regardless of economic status. In Telugu culture, 'Bava' (brother-in-law) denotes a close relative. The saying suggests that blood relations or social bonds remain the same regardless of one person being rich (balisinavadu) and the other being poor (bakkavadu). It is used to emphasize that status shouldn't change how family members treat or address one another.

This proverb highlights the transient and opportunistic nature of human relationships. It suggests that most people surround you only for their own benefit; relatives and friends stick around for your money, while romantic interests may stay only for physical vitality or prowess. Once these assets are gone, the people often disappear.

This expression is used to describe a state of extreme hardship or chaos in a household, specifically referring to the distress caused when one has to manage both crying children and suffering livestock simultaneously. It signifies overwhelming domestic troubles or a period of great difficulty where everyone in the family, from the youngest to the animals, is in distress.

This proverb refers to a situation where a person has many relatives or followers (a large support system), yet none of them are helpful or available when the person actually needs personal care or assistance. It highlights the irony of having a large social circle that is useless in times of individual need.

This is to suggest that one should be joyful, especially in unfavourable circumstances. That is the way to draw strength from even adverse circumstances.