మేడిపండు పైన చూస్తే మెరుగ్గా ఉంటుంది కానీ పొట్ట విప్పి చూస్తే పురుగులుంటాయి.

This proverb highlights that no matter how powerful, talented, or destructive a person or thing may be, they generally do not cause harm to their own support system, family, or source of existence. It is used to describe loyalty to one's roots or the natural instinct to protect what sustains you.

This proverb suggests that a wise, learned, or mature person will always act with dignity and avoid actions that are inconsistent with their knowledge, position, or age. It is used to describe someone who maintains decorum and acts responsibly.

This proverb is used to emphasize impartiality or the equal nature of natural forces and situations. Just as a river flows for everyone on both its banks without discrimination, certain consequences or rules apply universally to everyone involved, regardless of their position.

Kanuma is the third day of the Sankranti festival, traditionally dedicated to staying home with family and cattle. This proverb emphasizes the importance of resting and remaining at home on this specific day; it implies that if even a restless bird like a crow stays put, humans certainly should not undertake any journeys.

This expression is used to describe a situation where a minor incident is interpreted as a bad omen or a sign of impending trouble. In Telugu culture, a crow physically touching a person is traditionally considered an inauspicious sign or a warning of negative events to follow. It is often used to describe someone who is highly superstitious or to highlight a stroke of bad luck.

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 one's own words or speech can often foreshadow or invite impending trouble. It is used to caution people to speak carefully, as negative words or slips of the tongue can sometimes manifest as bad luck or problems.

This proverb emphasizes that without proper maintenance and the removal of unwanted elements (weeds), one cannot expect a good result or harvest. In a broader sense, it means that if you don't address problems or distractions in your work or life early on, you won't achieve the desired success.

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 describes a person who lacks foresight and only takes action or makes improvements after suffering a consequence. It is used to characterize someone who learns lessons the hard way rather than being proactive or planning ahead.