ఒక కన్ను పువ్వు కన్ను, ఇంకో కన్ను కాయ కన్ను

This proverb highlights the vulnerability of relying on a single source of support. Just as losing one's only eye results in total blindness, depending solely on one child or a single plan is risky because if that one fails, there is no backup or alternative support system.

This expression is used to describe two people or entities that are fundamentally incompatible or cannot reconcile their differences. Just as burnt clay/soil loses its binding property and cannot merge with raw, unburnt soil, people with opposing natures or those who have had a major falling out cannot be easily brought back together.

This expression is used to describe something that is extremely fleeting, temporary, or ephemeral. It signifies that life or a specific situation is as momentary as a dream that disappears the moment you wake up.

This is a popular Telugu saying often used in the context of money or savings (Dhanam). It suggests that if you manage your resources wisely and take care of your wealth, it will in turn protect you during difficult times or when you are in need.

This expression is used to describe an extremely stubborn person or someone who is persistent to a fault. It suggests that regardless of major disasters or personal injury, the individual refuses to change their course of action or stop a specific behavior.

This expression is used to describe a person who is acting deviously, being dishonest, or behaving in a suspicious and tricky manner. It refers to someone who is not straightforward and is likely plotting something or hiding their true intentions through facial expressions or shifty behavior.

This expression is used to describe something occurring in a highly inconvenient, awkward, or impossible location. It signifies a situation that causes great discomfort or irritation, making it difficult to function normally, much like how an eye on the sole of one's foot would make walking impossible.

This proverb suggests that relying on a single resource or individual is risky. Just as losing one's only eye leads to total blindness, depending on an only child (or a single point of failure) leaves one vulnerable. It is used to emphasize the importance of backups, security, or having multiple supports in life.

This expression is used to emphasize the importance of foresight and caution. It suggests that one should be vigilant enough to identify and avoid obvious dangers or obstacles before they cause harm.

This proverb describes extreme envy or a toxic competitive mindset. It refers to a person who is so consumed by their own lack and, more destructively, by others' success, that they end up causing their own total ruin. It is used to criticize those who cannot tolerate the prosperity of others.