పదుగురాడు మాట పాటియై ధర చెల్ల

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone who is accustomed to goodness, pleasantness, or luxury suddenly experiences something very unpleasant, harsh, or bitter. It highlights the sharp and jarring contrast between a previous happy state and a current miserable one.

This proverb emphasizes the power of collective opinion and democratic consensus. It suggests that when a group of people agrees on something, it gains the status of truth or law in society, whereas an individual's isolated opinion, regardless of its merit, often lacks the influence to be accepted or implemented. It is used to highlight the importance of social validation and the strength in numbers.

This expression means that the final value or outcome of a deal is only known at the very end when the transaction is being finalized. It is used to caution someone not to be overconfident or celebratory until the task is completely finished and the results are officially recorded.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb or 'Gidugu' used to predict heavy rainfall. It suggests that a rainbow appearing in the western sky (usually during the evening) is a sign of an impending storm or heavy downpour that will be sufficient to fill even the most neglected or dried-up pits and ponds.

This expression highlights the power and potential danger of speech. While listening to something bad is passive, speaking ill of someone or spreading rumors is an active, more harmful deed. It serves as a reminder to be mindful of what one says, as spoken words can cause more damage than what one simply hears.

This expression is used to describe someone who has no direct stake or involvement in a matter but is unnecessarily concerned or interfering in it. It highlights the irrelevance of a person's curiosity regarding a topic that does not affect their current state or status.

This expression suggests that someone in desperate need (hungry) will pay any price or settle for any deal regardless of its fairness or market value just to satisfy their immediate necessity. In a broader sense, it implies that desperation leads to poor negotiation and can disrupt market standards.

This expression emphasizes that keeping one's word or performing a duty reliably is far superior to making grand promises or giving empty advice. It highlights the importance of integrity and action over mere eloquence.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone meddles in affairs that do not concern them or are beyond their level of understanding or utility. It suggests that a person is inquiring about something that is irrelevant to their life or status.

This proverb warns that paying attention to hearsay, rumors, or others' manipulative talk without verifying the facts will eventually lead to harm or disaster. It is used to advise someone to be wary of people who try to influence them with gossip.