మొండివాడు రాజు కంటే బలవంతుడు.

This proverb highlights that a person who is persistent or obstinately determined (often to an unreasonable degree) can be more difficult to overcome than someone with actual political power. It is used to describe situations where logic or authority fails against someone who refuses to yield.

This proverb is used to indicate that when a person in power or with immense resources decides to do something, there are no obstacles or lack of resources to stop them. It implies that authority and wealth can make even the most difficult or expensive tasks possible instantly.

This proverb highlights that sheer persistence or obstinacy can sometimes overcome even the highest authority or power. It is used to describe situations where a person's refusal to back down eventually forces others (even those in power) to give in.

This expression is used to describe how a person with extreme persistence or irrational stubbornness can be more difficult to deal with than even someone in power. It suggests that while a king might follow rules or reason, a stubborn person (mondivadu) will not back down for anything, making them effectively 'stronger' in a conflict.

This proverb suggests that a stubborn or persistent person can be more powerful than even a king because they do not listen to reason, fear consequences, or yield to authority. It is used to describe situations where someone's sheer obstinacy makes them impossible to manage or defeat through logic or power.

This expression suggests that serving a powerful or noble person provides more security and dignity than collaborating with a mean-spirited or incompetent person. In a partnership with an unworthy person, one faces constant friction and risk, whereas serving a strong person offers stability and protection. It is used when choosing between two difficult situations, favoring the one with more inherent value or stability.

This proverb highlights the power and social influence of wealth. It suggests that in the eyes of society, financial status often outweighs one's lineage or humble origins. It is used to describe how money can grant authority and respect to anyone, regardless of their background.

This expression highlights that in the material world, wealth often dictates power, social status, and authority. It is used to describe situations where influence follows financial means or to remark on the respect accorded to the wealthy.

This proverb highlights the importance of an intelligent or resourceful person (Upayavantudu) in a community. It suggests that a person who can find solutions and provide guidance becomes a trendsetter or a driving force (Uravadi) for the entire village. It is used to describe how a single wise person's actions can lead and benefit a whole group.

This proverb highlights that sheer persistence or stubbornness can sometimes overcome even the highest authority or power. It is used to describe situations where a person's unyielding nature forces others, even those in superior positions, to eventually give in.