పూచిన వెన్నెలలో పుప్పొడి వెదకమన్నట్లు

This expression is used to describe a situation where an effect or benefit ceases to exist once its primary source is gone. It is often used poetically or metaphorically to say that when a leader, a patron, or a beloved person departs, the joy or prosperity associated with them also vanishes.

This expression is used to describe a situation where something valuable, beautiful, or talented is wasted because there is no one around to appreciate it or benefit from it. Just as moonlight in a deserted forest serves no purpose, an effort or talent that goes unrecognized or unused is compared to 'Adavi Kachina Vennela'.

This expression is used to describe something that is wasted or of no use to anyone. Just as rain on uncultivable land cannot grow crops and moonlight in a dense, uninhabited forest provides no benefit to people, an action or resource is considered 'Beedu kurisina vana' or 'Adavini kachina vennela' when it is spent on something that cannot yield results or be appreciated.

This proverb highlights what constitutes the true value or essence of something. Just as moonlight defines the beauty of a night, the health and abundance of the grain-heads (ears) determine the success and worth of a crop. It is used to emphasize that the final result or the core feature is what gives a thing its true significance.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone searches far and wide for something they already possess or have easy access to. Since ghee is made from butter, searching for ghee while holding butter is foolish. It highlights human nature of overlooking obvious solutions or resources available to them while seeking them elsewhere.

This proverb highlights what constitutes the essence or peak beauty of something. Just as moonlight makes a night pleasant and beautiful, the appearance of healthy ears of grain (spikelets) signifies the success and value of a crop. It is used to describe things that are essential for fulfillment or completeness.

This expression is used to describe something that happens in great abundance or a sudden, plentiful appearance of something positive. The Tangedu (Tanner's Cassia) plant is known for its vibrant yellow flowers that bloom profusely, covering the landscape. It is often used to describe a sudden stroke of luck or wealth.

This expression refers to something valuable, beautiful, or useful that goes to waste because there is no one around to appreciate or benefit from it. It is used to describe efforts or talents that are unrewarded or spent in vain.

Wasted on a spot where it is not appreciated.

This proverb describes a situation where someone exceeds their brief or instructions in an impulsive or extreme way, often causing unintended consequences. It is used when a person is sent for a simple task but ends up making a major, permanent decision without permission.

This expression refers to something that exists but is completely useless or wasted because it is in a position where it cannot be seen or utilized. Just as moonlight falling under a grindstone serves no purpose and provides no light to the surroundings, a talent or a resource that is hidden or misplaced is considered 'Sana kinda vennela'.