నిత్యకల్యాణం పచ్చతోరణం

This expression describes something that is incomplete or lacks the essential elements that give it character or dignity. Just as a festive house is incomplete without a 'thoranam' (decorative leaf garland) and a musical band feels lackluster without the 'veeranam' (a type of powerful drum), a situation or object is seen as dull or ineffective when its primary decorative or functional feature is missing.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where basic or primary needs are ignored, yet secondary or grand plans are being made. It highlights the irony of neglecting the most important task while focusing on something less urgent or impossible given the current circumstances.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where the most basic or essential requirements are not yet met, but there are demands or preparations for something much more advanced or secondary. It highlights a lack of priority or unrealistic expectations in a sequence of events.

This proverb is used to mock someone who makes absurd or foolish assumptions based on a small, unrelated observation. It highlights a lack of context or common sense, where a person jumps to a ridiculous conclusion—like assuming an elderly grandfather's wedding just because they see a festive decoration on a drum.

This proverb is used to convey that certain events in life are inevitable and will happen when they are meant to, regardless of one's attempts to delay or control them. It highlights that natural bodily urges and significant life milestones like marriage are governed by destiny or natural timing.

This expression refers to a situation that lacks the necessary grandeur, preparation, or essential components despite having the outward appearance of an event. It is used to describe something that is hollow, incomplete, or poorly organized.

This expression refers to a short-lived marriage or a relationship that ends almost immediately after it begins. It is used to describe situations that are extremely temporary, unstable, or where a commitment is broken shortly after being made.

When people have some problem with their health or in their conduct, they find the same problems in everybody around.

This proverb is used to indicate that certain events in life are inevitable and beyond human control once they are set in motion. Just as a physical urge like vomiting cannot be suppressed, significant life events like marriage will happen when the time is right, regardless of attempts to delay or stop them.

This proverb highlights a situation where one person's gain or pleasure results in another's suffering or loss. It is used to describe zero-sum games or exploitative situations where the benefit of the powerful inherently involves the destruction of the weak.