సోమరితనం, చిగురు లేని పూత లేని కాయ లేని చెట్టు వంటిది.

This proverb emphasizes that formal education or knowledge is useless if it is not accompanied by good manners, ethics, and character (Samskaram). Just as a tree is valued for its fruit, a person's education is only meaningful if it results in good behavior and social responsibility.

This proverb is used to describe something that remains in its original, pristine condition because it has never been used or put into practice. It highlights that beauty or quality is only preserved perfectly when it is left untouched, often used sarcastically to refer to people who have knowledge but no practical experience, or items that are kept so safely that they serve no purpose.

This expression is often used to describe something that looks extremely appealing or perfect on the outside, much like the luscious appearance of a fig fruit, but suggests a deeper level of sweetness or hidden complexity. In a broader sense, it refers to something that is visually delightful and of high quality.

This proverb is used to describe an unwanted or uninvited guest who arrives unexpectedly. It highlights the awkwardness of someone participating in an event or making a commitment (like a religious fast) without proper invitation or prior notice, often causing inconvenience to others.

This proverb highlights the perceived vulnerability and fragility of a woman's life in traditional society. Like a banana leaf, which gets damaged whether it falls on a thorn or a thorn falls on it, a woman's reputation or life is seen as being easily affected by circumstances regardless of who is at fault.

This expression is used to sarcastically or humorously describe a person who claims to have great talents or titles but never actually produces any work or shows any results. It refers to someone who is a professional or expert 'in name only' without any practical application of their skills.

This proverb is used to compare a childless woman to a barren tree, suggesting that both fail to fulfill their primary natural purpose or produce results. It is often used in a traditional or poetic context to describe fruitlessness or lack of legacy.

This expression highlights the importance of generosity and social responsibility. It suggests that a person's life or wealth is useless if they do not help others, just as a fruit tree is considered pointless or unproductive if it fails to yield fruit. It is used to criticize stinginess and emphasize that true value lies in giving.

This collection of expressions describes situations of discomfort and lack of peace. It highlights that even a small space feels like a lot of work for a mother with a child, while unwelcome companionship or an uninviting environment leads to restless nights and a lack of fulfillment.

This expression is used to describe something that is oversized, ill-fitting, or disproportionate to the situation. It characterizes items or situations where the scale is so large that it becomes uncomfortable, impractical, or aesthetically unpleasing rather than being an ornament.