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This expression is used to describe a situation where help or kindness is extended to someone who does not appreciate it or later betrays the helper. It signifies a futile effort or a wasted act of generosity, often compared to pouring water into a bottomless pot.

This proverb is used to express that doing a favor for someone who is inherently jealous or hostile (often referring to rival family members or 'palivaru') is a waste of effort. Just as decorating a corpse is useless because it cannot appreciate or return the gesture, helping an ungrateful or malicious rival will never result in gratitude or a positive outcome.

This proverb suggests that it is better to deal with someone from your own background or community, even if they have flaws or are troublesome, because there is an inherent understanding and shared social bond that might not exist with a stranger.

This expression highlights the extreme level of ingratitude shown by a person who harms or acts against the mentor who provided them with knowledge. It implies that betraying a teacher is the ultimate form of being ungrateful.

This is a popular Telugu proverb emphasizing the immense medicinal and health benefits of onions. It suggests that while a mother is the ultimate caretaker, the therapeutic properties of onions are so unique and powerful for the body that they are incomparable. It is used to encourage the consumption of onions for well-being.

This proverb suggests that it is better to deal with someone familiar, even if they have flaws or are troublesome, rather than trusting a stranger. It emphasizes the comfort and safety found within one's own community, family, or social circle during times of need.

This expression describes the universal nature of ungratefulness. It implies that just like weeds grow unwantedly everywhere regardless of the conditions, ungrateful people can be found in any culture, place, or situation. It is used to express disappointment when someone fails to show appreciation for help received.

This is a popular Telugu proverb highlighting the immense medicinal and health benefits of onions. It suggests that while a mother is the most selfless caretaker, the therapeutic properties of onions are so unique and powerful for the human body that they provide benefits even a mother's care cannot replicate.

This proverb is used to convey that having something imperfect or partial is better than having nothing at all. It is similar to the English expression 'Half a loaf is better than no bread' or 'Something is better than nothing.'

Of two evils choose the least.

This expression is used to describe an impossible or extremely difficult task. Mustard seeds are small, round, and slippery; trying to pack them together into a solid ball without a binding agent is futile. It signifies attempts to unify people or things that naturally tend to disperse or remain individualistic.