మగడు వల్లనమ్మను మారీ వల్లదు.

This expression refers to the Cold War era geopolitical narratives. It suggests a perspective (often from socialist or non-aligned circles) that Soviet military spending was for maintaining peace through deterrence, whereas American spending was for aggressive expansion or warfare. It is used to describe biased justifications for military budgets or double standards in political rhetoric.

This proverb is used to describe a person who behaves hypocritically or makes excuses to avoid doing something that they would normally enjoy or benefit from, often out of spite or to pretend they are disinterested.

This expression is used to describe things or people that are useless, burdensome, or of no value in a given situation. Just as a counterfeit or invalid coin cannot be spent, a person who doesn't fulfill their responsibilities or is unwelcome is considered a liability.

This proverb emphasizes the necessity of practical action and effort over mere formality or faith. It is used to point out that success requires hard work and physical initiative, rather than just submitting requests or waiting for divine intervention/luck.

This proverb emphasizes that a life built on immorality (infidelity) and dishonesty (falsehood) will never lead to a peaceful or successful conclusion. It is used to warn that character and integrity are essential for a stable life, and shortcuts through deceit or unethical behavior will eventually lead to ruin.

This proverb suggests that certain things are inherently flawed or incompatible and cannot be changed or fixed. Just as a fake coin will always be rejected in trade, a person or relationship for which there is deep-seated aversion or fundamental incompatibility will never truly be accepted or successful.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone who is already biased or displeased with another person will find faults in everything they do, no matter how trivial or perfect the work is. It suggests that when there is a lack of affection or a pre-existing prejudice, excuses for criticism are easily invented.

This herb ( Salsola Indica ) is occasionally used as a vegetable, and is naturally very salt. Where there is no love, all are faults. If you want a pretence to whip a dog, it is enough to say he ate up the frying pan.

This proverb describes a person who neglects or mistreats their loyal family members and friends while seeking favors or trying to please strangers and outsiders who do not truly care for them. It is used to criticize someone's poor judgment in prioritizing relationships.

This expression is used to describe a person who is overly optimistic, foolishly assumes ownership or authority over things that don't belong to them, or makes broad, illogical generalizations based on a single commonality.

This proverb highlights the disadvantage of procrastination or being late. Those who arrive early get the full portion of a meal (served in pots), while those who arrive late are left with only the leftovers to lick from the vessels. It is used to encourage punctuality and promptness.