సోలిన అత్త సొగసు, కొత్త కోడలి గుణం సొగసు

This proverb is used sarcastically to highlight the typical friction in the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law relationship. It suggests that people appear virtuous or easy-going only when there is no one around to challenge them or create conflict. It implies that their 'goodness' is untested rather than inherent.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where two parties, who might usually be at odds or in a position of conflict, choose to stay quiet and maintain secrecy because both have their own weaknesses or are in vulnerable states. It implies that mutual vulnerability leads to a temporary, tactical silence to avoid further embarrassment or trouble.

This proverb highlights double standards and hypocrisy in judgment. It describes a situation where the same mistake is viewed differently depending on who committed it. If someone in a superior position (like a mother-in-law) makes a mistake, it is dismissed as insignificant, but if a subordinate (like a daughter-in-law) makes the same mistake, it is exaggerated and treated as a major offense.

This proverb highlights that one's spiritual merit or success is often dependent on the conduct and integrity of their household or partners. In a traditional context, it implies that the unfaithful or improper actions of a spouse can hinder the spiritual progress or reputation of the other, suggesting that collective righteousness is necessary for individual salvation.

This proverb is a satirical take on the stereotypical conflicts between mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law. It suggests that they only seem perfect or virtuous when they don't have to interact or deal with each other, implying that friction is inevitable in their relationship.

* Aquella es bien casada, que no tiene suegra ni cuñada. † En cuanto fue suera, nunca tuvo buena suegra, y en cuanto fue suegra, nunca tuvo buena suera.

This proverb is used to describe things that are persistent or situations that lose their initial charm quickly. It suggests that just as the aloe vera plant stays green and fleshy for a long time without drying up easily, the 'honeymoon period' or the special treatment a new daughter-in-law receives is very brief before she is expected to handle all household responsibilities.

A daughter-in-law is never a stranger.

This proverb highlights double standards and hypocrisy in judging actions. It refers to how people often exaggerate the mistakes of others (the daughter-in-law) while minimizing or making excuses for their own or their favorites' mistakes (the mother-in-law).

This expression is used to emphasize practicality and quality over superficial beauty or vanity. It suggests that as long as something functions well or is of good character, outward appearance is secondary.

This expression is used to describe something that looks extremely attractive or perfect on the outside but possesses a hidden, significant flaw or a repulsive defect that ruins its value.

This proverb describes someone who is completely disconnected from reality or lacks a sense of priority. It is used to mock people who focus on trivial matters (like grooming) while ignoring a major crisis or significant event that has already occurred.