పచ్చగా ఉన్న దగ్గర మేసి, వెచ్చగా ఉన్న దగ్గర పడుకో

Used to describe a person who is constantly annoying, nagging, or buzzing around someone with persistent talk, causing irritation similar to the buzzing of a wasp near one's ear.

This expression is used to describe a situation where one's efforts, talents, or advice are wasted on someone who cannot appreciate or understand them. It is similar to the English idiom 'Casting pearls before swine.'

This proverb describes people who show off their authority or position only where there is a personal benefit or profit. A 'Karanam' (clerk) shows his power at the threshing floor to take his share of grain, and a 'Reddy' (village head) asserts his status at the dining table to get the best food. It is used to mock those who are only 'bossy' when there is something to gain.

This proverb highlights that one has the right to demand more (kosaru) only when they are paying for a service or product. It is used to point out the lack of modesty or manners in someone who is receiving a favor or gift for free yet continues to demand more or specific preferences.

This is a traditional Telugu riddle where the answer is 'Moisture' or 'The feeling of lushness'. In a metaphorical sense, it is often used to describe wealth or prosperity (represented by 'greenery'), noting that people will flock to you when you are prosperous but will abandon you when times become difficult or 'hot'.

This proverb highlights two extremes where a person loses their rational thinking or common sense: when facing imminent death (due to fear and panic) and when overwhelmed by lust or infatuation. It is used to describe situations where a person acts irrationally under the influence of extreme fear or intense desire.

This proverb is used to describe how people living in prosperity or good health often fail to empathize with or understand the struggles and hardships of others. It highlights a lack of sensitivity that comes from being in a comfortable position.

This proverb highlights the fleeting nature of philosophical realizations or remorse. People often express deep wisdom or regret during somber moments (like a funeral), but quickly return to their usual habits and desires once they are back in the comfort of their daily lives.

This proverb emphasizes how repetition and practice lead to mastery in a skill, while persistent neglect or chronic health issues lead to downfall. Just as continuous writing turns one into a proficient scribe (Karanam), a persistent, untreated cough eventually results in death.

In Telugu, 'Chevi' can mean both 'ear' and 'key'. This expression refers to a situation where two parties must cooperate because they each hold a vital part of a solution, or more colloquially, it describes a situation where authority or access is divided, preventing any one person from acting independently.