పాచి కూట్లో కల్లి పోస్తే పదునుకు వచ్చునా

This proverb emphasizes that success is achieved by following the natural, right, and established methods rather than trying to do things in an unnatural or egoistic way. 'Walking with the head' symbolizes arrogance or trying to act contrary to common sense, which leads to failure even in small tasks, whereas humble and proper efforts can take one great distances.

This expression describes a situation where effort, resources, or hard work are completely wasted and cannot be recovered. Just as tamarind dissolved in a flowing river vanishes without leaving a trace or making the river sour, certain actions yield no results or benefits despite the investment.

This expression refers to a situation where an effort, resource, or investment is completely wasted or becomes useless because it was applied in the wrong place or on too large a scale to make an impact. Just as a small amount of tamarind cannot change the taste of a flowing river, some actions are futile.

This expression refers to the auspiciousness and good fortune associated with bringing home a new cow or a new bride. It implies that certain events or arrivals bring luck, prosperity, and a change in the family's destiny. It is often used to emphasize the importance of timing and the positive vibes new members (livestock or family) bring to a household.

This proverb is used to describe an irreversible situation or a person whose character cannot be reformed. Just as stale, cooked rice cannot be used as fertile seed for a new crop, some things or people are beyond the point of being useful or changed for the better.

This expression describes a person who is never satisfied with what is readily available or provided to them. It refers to someone who ignores the good things they have right in front of them and remains greedy or distracted by the possibility of something else (the 'utti' or hanging basket where food was traditionally stored). It is used to mock chronic dissatisfaction or a wandering, greedy eye.

This proverb is used to emphasize that borrowed money or resources are not a permanent or reliable solution for immediate, basic needs. Just as one cannot rely on the uncertainty of getting a loan when they are starving, one should focus on self-reliance and earning their own living rather than depending on others for essential survival.

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 describe a situation where an attempt is made to fix something that is already permanently ruined or expired. It suggests that once something has spoiled or reached a point of no return, minor superficial additions or repairs cannot restore its original quality or utility. It is often applied to failed relationships, lost opportunities, or irreparable damages.

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.