కుంచెడుంటే కుడికొప్ప, అడ్డెడుంటే ఎడమకొప్ప

This expression is used to describe an extremely difficult person or situation where no matter what you say or how politely you behave, the other person finds fault with it. It characterizes a scenario of irrational criticism where even a divine name (Narayana) is twisted into something negative.

This proverb describes a situation where an irrational or foolish person, in a fit of anger or ego, neglects their responsibilities or resources, leading to a loss. While they are busy being angry or throwing a tantrum, something valuable is wasted or ruined due to their lack of attention.

This traditional proverb suggests that a man gains knowledge, opportunities, and success by going out into the world and networking, whereas staying idle at home leads to his downfall. Conversely, in a traditional social context, it implies that a woman's reputation or domestic stability might be compromised if she wanders aimlessly or neglects her home. It is often used to emphasize the importance of being active for men and the value of discretion or domestic focus for women.

This proverb describes a person who becomes overly anxious or restless even with a small amount of wealth or responsibility. It is used to mock people who lose their peace of mind over trivial possessions or minor successes.

This proverb highlights the nutritional value and physical strength provided by traditional fermented porridge (Ambali) compared to plain rice. It is used to suggest that simple, traditional foods are often more sustaining for hard physical labor than sophisticated or processed alternatives.

This traditional proverb suggests that a woman's reputation or character may suffer if she spends too much time outside her home (reflecting historical social norms), whereas a man's prospects and knowledge suffer if he stays confined at home and doesn't venture out to explore, network, or work.

This proverb warns against the dangers of reckless financial behavior and overconfidence. It compares taking excessive loans to the fatal mistake of letting go of a branch while high up in a tree; both actions lead to certain downfall. It is used to advise people to live within their means and avoid risky situations created by their own negligence.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone adds more bad news or additional burdens to a person who is already grieving or overwhelmed. It highlights the insensitive nature of making a bad situation worse by revealing further complications under the guise of 'getting it all over with at once'.

This expression means that as long as you have the basic resources or the core foundation, you can achieve any desired outcome or experiment with different options. In a practical sense, it implies that having wealth or health allows one to pursue various luxuries or goals.

This expression is used to describe people who are willing to spend money on useless things, penalties, or unnecessary losses but hesitate or refuse to spend money on something auspicious, joyful, or beneficial. It highlights poor priorities and the irony of people's spending habits.