నెల బాలుడికి నూలిపోగు.

This expression is used to describe an extremely stingy or miserly person. It suggests that even when dealing with large sums like a hundred or a crore, the person gives something of negligible or trivial value (like a single thread or a cow's tail hair), highlighting their reluctance to part with their wealth.

This expression is used to describe a very weak, fragile, or temporary connection between two things. It often refers to a situation where a relationship or a plan is barely holding together and could break at any moment with the slightest pressure.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where even the primary guest or the most important person is being neglected or lacks basic hospitality; therefore, those who came along with them should expect even less or nothing at all. It highlights total scarcity or a lack of proper treatment for everyone involved.

This expression is used when offering a small, humble contribution toward a great cause or person. Just as a single thread is insignificant to the vast moon but is still offered as a gesture of devotion, this phrase signifies that the intent and sincerity of the giver matter more than the value of the gift.

This expression suggests that a child's success, character, and strength are often built upon the foundation, hard work, and virtues of the father. It is used to imply that the prosperity of the next generation is a direct reflection of the predecessor's efforts.

This expression refers to someone who ignores the basics or ground realities and attempts something overly ambitious or unrealistic. It describes a person who lacks a solid foundation or practical understanding before trying to achieve complex goals.

This expression describes how people's attitudes change based on a person's status or fortune. Just as people offer a small thread to the waxing crescent moon (hoping it grows) but offer full respectful salutations to the majestic full moon, people tend to give minimal attention to those starting out or in need, while showering great respect and honor upon those who are already successful, wealthy, or powerful.

This proverb describes unfair partiality or double standards within a household. It refers to a situation where a woman treats her husband poorly (giving him a small, rough leaf to eat from) while showing excessive hospitality or preference toward her son-in-law (giving him a large, premium banana leaf). It is used to mock people who value outsiders or guests more than their own family members.

This expression is used to describe a gift or contribution that is very small or symbolic in nature, yet given with respect or tradition. It originates from the ritual of offering a simple thread as a garment to the crescent moon (Nelabaaludu), symbolizing that even a humble offering is significant when directed toward something great.

This expression is used when offering a small, humble contribution toward a massive task or to a great person. It signifies that even if the gift or help is insignificant compared to the recipient's stature or the scale of the project, it is given with deep devotion and sincerity.