కొంగు తాకితే కోటి వరహాలు

This expression is used to describe a person who is acting in an erratic, restless, or uncontrollably hyperactive manner. Just as a monkey is naturally restless, adding an intoxicant like bhang would make its behavior completely unpredictable and wild; hence, it refers to someone behaving in a chaotic or senseless fashion.

This proverb highlights the societal tendency to overlook the flaws of a wealthy person and attribute great qualities to them solely because of their riches. It implies that wealth can mask many shortcomings and command respect regardless of a person's true character.

The purpose, by and large, of acquisition of diverse special skills is only to make a living.

This proverb is a sarcastic or satirical take on the traditional household dynamics. It suggests that a mother-in-law works tirelessly for the family's welfare, often doing more labor than a paid servant or slave ever would. It is used to highlight the selfless (or sometimes overbearing) dedication of a mother-in-law to her household.

This proverb is used to highlight the futility of trying different methods to obtain something that simply does not exist or is unavailable. It suggests that if a substantial effort (sucking) yielded nothing, a superficial effort (licking) will certainly not produce results. It is often used to mock someone who keeps trying pointless alternatives for a hopeless cause.

This proverb describes a person who changes their stance or identity based on convenience or the situation at hand. It refers to a hypocritical or inconsistent nature where someone pretends to be one thing in one moment and something else when the outcome changes, similar to claiming an animal is a male ram (tagaru) to show strength, but then calling it a female sheep (gorre) when it produces offspring.

This expression emphasizes that food is the most basic and essential wealth. If one has a meal to eat, they are as rich as a millionaire, highlighting that basic sustenance is more important than extreme wealth.

This expression is used to describe a token contribution or a small gesture made towards a large cause or expense. It signifies that even a tiny contribution (the thread) counts as a symbolic participation or 'blessing' when a massive task or expense (the hundred gold coins) is being undertaken. It is often used when one gives a small gift during a grand event to show their presence and goodwill.

This expression is used to describe the broken or half-formed speech of young children. Just as a bundle of gold (varahalu) is precious, the innocent and stuttering attempts of a child trying to talk are considered delightful, sweet, and invaluable to hear.

This expression is used to describe a situation where even a small or indirect association with a great, powerful, or lucky person brings some benefit or positive influence. It emphasizes that even the slightest contact with greatness is better than nothing at all.