రట్టు, రవ్వ రావిపాటి వారిది; పుస్తె, పూస పూసపాటి వారిది.

This proverb suggests that certain tasks or people can only be handled or influenced by their equals or counterparts. Just as a hard diamond requires another diamond to be shaped, a strong-willed or highly skilled person can only be challenged or countered by someone of similar caliber, not by an ordinary or 'stone-like' force.

This expression is typically used to describe a situation where one performs duties or maintains appearances solely for the sake of tradition, honor, or sanctity, often implying that there is no deeper benefit or joy beyond fulfilling the basic requirements of a role or relationship. It highlights the sacrifices made to uphold the sacredness of a bond.

This expression refers to something that is loud, repetitive, and never-ending. It is typically used to describe a person who keeps talking or complaining incessantly without a pause, or a noise that is constant and annoying. Historically, it refers to a legendary war-horn that once started, would not stop.

This is a traditional Telugu proverb (sameta) used to describe a perfect match or a balanced distribution of wealth, status, and responsibilities between two families or entities. It highlights how different families have their own unique symbols of prestige—one known for material brilliance and reputation (Ravipati), and the other for marital sanctity and lineage (Pusapati). It is often cited during matrimonial discussions or when comparing the distinct merits of two prominent groups.

This expression refers to a situation or a person that continuously makes loud, bothersome, or boastful noises without substance. It is based on a local legend or folk story about a specific family's horn that was blown excessively or at inappropriate times. In modern usage, it describes someone who talks incessantly or brags loudly about their achievements.

This expression is used to describe a person who shows extreme favoritism or bias. It implies that the person rewards those who comply with their wishes or approach them, while actively punishing or sabotaging those who do not follow their lead or stay away. It highlights a dual nature of being overly generous to allies and hostile to others.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where one person is the figurehead or receives the official recognition, but the actual power, control, or decision-making is exercised by someone else behind the scenes.

This expression is used when one person puts in all the hard work and effort, but someone else reaps the rewards or enjoys the final results. It highlights the disparity between labor and reward.

This proverb describes a situation where one person puts in all the hard work and effort, but the rewards, enjoyment, or results are reaped by someone else. It is used to express the unfairness of labor distribution or to highlight when someone's toil only serves another person's gain.

This expression is used to describe a situation where one person does the hard work or goes through an experience, while another person takes the credit or boasts about it as if it were their own achievement. It highlights the irony of someone seeking validation for efforts they did not put in.