తక్కువవాడికి నిక్కెక్కువ, తవ్వెడు బియ్యానికి పొంగెక్కువ

This proverb suggests that when people have too much luxury or idle time, they tend to focus excessively on rigid traditions and unnecessary rituals. However, becoming overly obsessed with such formalities can lead to one's downfall or misfortune. It is a cautionary saying about maintaining balance and avoiding extreme pedantry.

This proverb highlights the contrast between two life experiences: resilience and loss. It suggests that a person who has overcome failure (Chedi Brathikinavaadu) gains immense strength and bravery, whereas a person who has fallen from a high status (Brathiki Chedinavaadu) suffers from deep emotional pain and many hardships. It is often used to describe the psychological state of people based on their life's trajectory.

This expression refers to a situation where a job or a person involves very little physical effort or productivity, yet receives a high salary or compensation. It is often used to comment on laziness or overpaid positions where the output does not justify the pay.

This expression is used to describe something or someone that is mediocre, caught in the middle, or not quite fitting into any specific category. It refers to a situation that is more than a small event but not significant enough to be a major one, often implying that it is neither here nor there.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone reacts defensively or gets offended when an unpleasant truth is pointed out. It implies that a person feels guilty or irritated because the statement made about them is actually true.

This proverb is used to describe people who have little knowledge or substance but make the most noise or display excessive arrogance. It is the Telugu equivalent of the English proverb 'Empty vessels make the most noise.' It suggests that those who are truly capable or knowledgeable remain calm and steady, while those lacking substance tend to overcompensate with boastful behavior.

This proverb is used to describe a person who talks a lot or makes a great show of doing something but produces very little result or lacks the actual skill. It refers to a priest who, instead of reciting the sacred hymns (mantras) properly, ends up spitting more while shouting loudly. It is often applied to people who substitute substance with empty noise or unnecessary actions.

This proverb highlights a social irony: those who are prosperous and wealthy (Siri) are often burdened with endless responsibilities and hard work to maintain their status, whereas those who are lazy or seen as 'unfortunate' (Debirasi) often focus solely on consuming resources without contributing effort.

This proverb is used to describe people who lack substance, character, or high status but try to overcompensate by being overly showy, boastful, or excessively concerned with outward appearances and fashion.

This proverb is used to describe how people with little knowledge, capability, or status often behave with excessive pride or showiness. It is similar to the English proverb 'Empty vessels make the most noise.' It suggests that those who are truly capable are humble, while those who lack substance tend to brag or act superior.