రంగుల దుప్పట్లు నీ గొంగడికి సరిపోలవన్న గువ్వల చెన్నా

This proverb is used to describe a situation where the effort or investment put into a task is exactly equal to the reward or result gained, leaving no profit or surplus. It refers to a break-even scenario or a hand-to-mouth existence where one works just enough to survive.

This proverb describes a situation where success is achieved by pure luck or accident rather than by skill, effort, or planning. It is used when someone accomplishes a goal unintentionally or through a random occurrence.

This proverb describes a situation where the effort put into a task is exactly equal to the reward or compensation received, resulting in no net gain or profit. It is used to express that someone's hard work only managed to cover their basic sustenance or expenses, leaving them in a break-even state.

This expression is the Telugu equivalent of 'One size does not fit all.' It is used to suggest that a single approach, solution, or rule cannot be applied to everyone or every situation uniformly, as individual needs and circumstances vary.

This proverb describes a foolish or short-sighted decision where someone sells a valuable, income-generating asset (a shop) to acquire a low-value, consumable, or temporary item (a blanket). It is used to critique poor financial management or lack of foresight.

This expression emphasizes that the skills and knowledge passed down through generations within a family are peerless. It suggests that one naturally excels in their hereditary profession due to innate familiarity and tradition, and such mastery cannot be easily matched by learning other trades. It is often used to encourage sticking to one's roots or honoring family expertise.

This proverb is used to describe someone who takes advantage of others' hard work or expects results immediately after a task is completed. It refers to a situation where a person tries to claim a spot or benefit from a space right after someone else has put in the effort to prepare it, or more commonly, it mocks someone who expects a result to happen instantly in a newly prepared environment.

This expression emphasizes that the skills or crafts passed down through generations within a family are inherent and superior to any newly learned skills. It suggests that one naturally excels in their traditional family vocation more than in any other field. It is often used to highlight the importance of tradition and innate talent.

This expression emphasizes the importance of constant care, maintenance, and hard work. Just as a field requires regular attention to remain productive, any business, relationship, or skill will deteriorate into a wild or useless state if neglected.

This expression is used to describe a situation where one person's misfortune or mistake is exacerbated by another's aggression or when someone is unfairly targeted while already in a vulnerable or humble state. It also suggests that a simple appearance (like wearing a rough blanket) doesn't protect one from the 'horns' of life's problems or aggressive people.