నిజము చెప్పేది పసిబిడ్డలు, తప్పతాగినవాళ్ళు

This proverb highlights human nature's inherent bias and hypocrisy. People often justify or overlook their own faults and the misbehavior of their loved ones while being quick to judge or criticize the same actions in others. It is used to point out partiality and the lack of objective self-reflection.

This expression is used to describe a person who, due to arrogance, success, or intoxication (literal or metaphorical), forgets their roots, upbringing, or social boundaries. It refers to someone acting recklessly and losing their sense of identity or responsibility.

This expression refers to a 'truth' that is ambiguous, non-committal, or deceptive. It is used to describe a situation where someone gives a diplomatic or evasive answer that seems honest but hides the actual facts to avoid trouble or profit-seeking, much like the stereotypical cleverness attributed to traditional traders.

This proverb suggests that it is futile to engage in a dispute or hold a drunk person accountable for their actions while they are under the influence, as they lack sense and reasoning. It is used more broadly to advise against arguing with someone who is irrational or not in their right mind.

This is a traditional Telugu proverb emphasizing the need to protect things that are pure, vulnerable, or essential for sustenance. In a broader sense, it is used to advise someone to be extra cautious and protective about their most precious assets or new beginnings to prevent jealousy or negative influences (Drishti) from harming them.

This proverb is used to express that certain blessings, like a cow's milk production or the innocence of a baby, are inherently pure or naturally protected from the ill effects of jealousy or the 'evil eye'. It is often said to reassure parents or farmers that their sources of joy and livelihood are resilient.

This proverb suggests that results are dictated by the quality of inputs and the environment. Just as a specific seed determines the fruit and the soil type determines the water requirement, the outcome of any endeavor depends on using the right resources and adapting to the specific circumstances.

This expression emphasizes that milk-yielding animals, general livestock, and human infants all require the same level of constant care, tenderness, and attention. It is used to remind people that animals are as vulnerable and dependent as babies and should be treated with equal compassion.

This expression emphasizes that domestic animals (livestock) and infants require the same level of constant care, patience, and attention. Just as a baby cannot express its needs in words, animals also depend entirely on their caretaker for food, comfort, and health, making the responsibility of looking after them equally delicate.

This proverb is used to highlight an undeniable truth or an inevitable outcome. While theories, predictions, or traditional rules (Shastras) might sometimes fail or be debated, certain physical realities like death are absolute. It is often used to remind someone to focus on practical, undeniable facts rather than getting lost in theoretical arguments.