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This proverb is used to describe a person who lacks common sense or misunderstands a simple instruction. Instead of 'telling' (cheppadam) before doing the action as requested, the person 'puts' (veyyadam) it quickly due to the phonetic similarity of the words in Telugu or sheer negligence, leading to an undesired result. It highlights the behavior of doing things in a hurry without thinking.

This proverb is used to convey that perfection is impossible and that everyone makes mistakes. It is typically used to encourage forgiveness, humility, or to remind someone not to be too judgmental of others' flaws since error is a universal human trait.

This proverb is used to say that outsiders or guests can never replace the core, essential members of a household or the fundamental components of a system. Just as a temporary visitor cannot take the place of a wife in managing a home, or a random vessel cannot replace the foundational pot (kadava) in a traditional stack (donti), some roles are unique and irreplaceable.

This proverb emphasizes that without initial resources, capital, or preparation, one cannot expect a yield or result. It is used to point out that success requires having the necessary means at the start.

This expression refers to things that are essential for protection and safety. Just as an eyelid protects the eye and a sandal protects the foot, it describes someone or something that acts as a constant guardian or a basic necessity for one's well-being. It is often used to describe a protective person or a relationship where one takes care of another's safety.

This expression is used to describe a situation where there are too many faults or mistakes to list individually. It implies that the errors are so numerous that pointing out just one would be insufficient or pointless. It originated from a folk story about a person named Singana who was known for having a multitude of flaws.

This expression refers to someone who prefers giving or acting rather than just making verbal promises or refusals. It is often used to describe a person who is generous or practical, where their actions (hand) speak louder than their words (mouth).

This is a traditional agricultural saying referring to the high yield of crops. It means that even a small amount of seed sown in the soil (mud) can result in a massive harvest stored at home. It is used to describe investments or efforts that yield exponentially great results.

This expression is used to describe a person who gives advice to everyone else but fails to follow that same advice in their own life. It highlights hypocrisy or the gap between preaching and practicing, similar to the English idiom 'Practice what you preach.'

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone makes a very minor or superficial improvement while the major, underlying problem remains untouched. It suggests that small cosmetic changes are useless when facing a deeper crisis or structural failure.