నడిస్తే ఊరంతా మిత్రులు, పడుకుంటే చాపకూడా శత్రువే.

This expression highlights how respect and relationships are often tied to one's status or position. Just as a tooth or hair loses its value once removed from its place, a person who loses their power or standing may find that even their allies turn against them or treat them poorly. It is used to caution that influence is often situational.

This proverb is used to describe someone who smiles or talks excessively to hide their financial troubles, or someone who maintains an outward appearance of cheerfulness despite being heavily indebted to many people in the community.

This is a popular proverb from Vemana Satakam emphasizing self-control. It means that an individual's inability to control their anger causes them more harm than any external enemy ever could. It is used to advise someone to stay calm and realize that outbursts of rage only lead to personal loss and damaged relationships.

This proverb contrasts the stereotypical nature of sibling relationships based on gender. It suggests that brothers often engage in competition or rivalry (often over property or ego), whereas sisters tend to maintain a supportive and lasting bond throughout their lives.

This proverb highlights the irony and disappointment parents may face when children they lovingly raised turn against them or become troublesome as they grow older. It is used to describe situations where someone nurtured by you eventually causes you grief or opposition.

This phrase is often used in political or sociological contexts, particularly in Marxist or class-struggle ideologies. It suggests that individuals who do not belong to a defined social or economic class, or who ignore the existence of class distinctions, are seen as obstacles or enemies to the progress of a specific group's movement.

This expression refers to things that are valuable only as long as they are functional or maintained. It is often used to describe the fragility of human life or temporary possessions, implying that once the essence or life is gone, only a useless shell remains.

This proverb contrasts the nature of sibling relationships. It suggests that brothers often end up as rivals or enemies (usually due to property disputes or ego), whereas sisters tend to maintain a deep, lifelong bond and friendship.

This expression is used to describe how relationships can change drastically over time. It highlights the irony or bitterness of life where someone who was once a close confidant or best friend has now become a bitter rival or enemy, often due to betrayal or changing circumstances.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where once a person is fully committed to a difficult or risky task, they no longer worry about small setbacks or inconveniences. It is similar to the idea that once you are in deep trouble, minor additional problems don't matter anymore, or 'over head, over ears.'