ఒరుపు కోరుస్తారుగాని తడుపుకోర్వరు

This proverb is used to warn about people who appear extremely innocent, quiet, or soft-spoken on the outside but are secretly cunning and capable of causing significant damage or destruction. It suggests that one should not judge a person's character solely by their calm or docile demeanor.

This expression is used to describe a situation or a person's character that is inherently flawed or crooked and cannot be changed despite any amount of effort. It highlights the futility of trying to reform someone who is naturally stubborn or habitually prone to bad behavior.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to harvesting. It means that when a crop grows densely (thickly), it results in a large quantity of fodder/straw that needs to be stacked as 'vamulu' (haystacks). Conversely, if the yield is thin or sparse, the grain or produce is just enough to be stored in 'pathara' (underground storage pits). It is used to describe the relationship between the density of a crop and the resulting storage requirements.

This proverb highlights that while it might be easy to initiate a conflict or provoke someone who seems insignificant, dealing with the unexpected consequences or their retaliation can be much more difficult and painful than anticipated. It is a warning against underestimating others or engaging in risky behaviors without considering the fallout.

This expression is used when someone tries to portray a situation of helplessness or lack of choice as a sign of strength, courage, or patience. It highlights the tendency to make a virtue out of necessity when there are no alternative options available.

This proverb suggests that people often undervalue things or people that are close to them or easily available, while overestimating the value of things that are far away or hard to get. It is similar to the English expression 'Familiarity breeds contempt' or 'A prophet is not honored in his own country.'

This proverb is used to describe a person who, despite being surrounded by abundance or vast opportunities, can only take or benefit according to their limited capacity or nature. It highlights that an individual's gain is determined by their own ability to consume or process, rather than the scale of the resources available.

This proverb highlights the unconditional love and infinite patience of a mother. It suggests that even if a child's behavior or mistakes become unbearable for the father, a mother will continue to provide support, forgiveness, and protection.

This proverb describes how certain professions benefit from the misfortunes of others. A doctor's income depends on people being sick, and a merchant (Vaishya) profits from scarcity or high prices during a famine. It is used to point out that one person's crisis can be another's opportunity.

This proverb highlights that personal needs and family responsibilities are endless and subjective. Just as one can always find a reason to say their meal plate (vistari) isn't full enough, family problems (samsaram) are continuous and internal; no outsider can truly resolve or fully satisfy these perennial lacks.