రాజుకంటే మొండివాడు బలవంతుడు.

This proverb highlights that a person who is persistent or obstinately determined (often to an unreasonable degree) can be more difficult to overcome than someone with actual political power. It is used to describe situations where logic or authority fails against someone who refuses to yield.

This proverb highlights that sheer persistence or obstinacy can sometimes overcome even the highest authority or power. It is used to describe situations where a person's refusal to back down eventually forces others (even those in power) to give in.

This proverb highlights the reciprocity and equality inherent in kinship and relationships, regardless of economic status. In Telugu culture, 'Bava' (brother-in-law) denotes a close relative. The saying suggests that blood relations or social bonds remain the same regardless of one person being rich (balisinavadu) and the other being poor (bakkavadu). It is used to emphasize that status shouldn't change how family members treat or address one another.

This expression is used to describe how a person with extreme persistence or irrational stubbornness can be more difficult to deal with than even someone in power. It suggests that while a king might follow rules or reason, a stubborn person (mondivadu) will not back down for anything, making them effectively 'stronger' in a conflict.

This proverb suggests that a stubborn or persistent person can be more powerful than even a king because they do not listen to reason, fear consequences, or yield to authority. It is used to describe situations where someone's sheer obstinacy makes them impossible to manage or defeat through logic or power.

This expression describes people who work only under constant supervision or external pressure. Just as a bullock cart requires a driver to move, these individuals do not take initiative and only perform their duties when forced or strictly monitored by others.

This proverb describes the nature of stingy people. A miser appreciates those who do not demand money or favors, often valuing them more than those with actual merit. It is used to mock people who measure others' worth based on how little they cost or ask for.

This proverb is used to describe a situation or a machine that is unreliable or inconsistent. It refers to something that works perfectly when it wants to but becomes completely uncooperative or stationary when it faces a hurdle. It is often applied to old vehicles, unpredictable people, or projects that lack a steady momentum.

This proverb highlights the importance of an intelligent or resourceful person (Upayavantudu) in a community. It suggests that a person who can find solutions and provide guidance becomes a trendsetter or a driving force (Uravadi) for the entire village. It is used to describe how a single wise person's actions can lead and benefit a whole group.

This proverb highlights that a person who is extremely persistent or stubborn is harder to manage or defeat than even a powerful ruler. It is used to describe situations where logic and authority fail against someone's sheer obstinacy.