తనది తాటాకు, ఇవతలవాళ్ళది ఈతాకు.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where the effort or risk involved completely cancels out the reward or gain. It refers to cattle that swim across a dangerous river to reach fertile grazing land (Lanka islands), only to burn off all the calories they gained by swimming back, resulting in a zero net gain.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where the effort put in is exactly equal to the result obtained, leaving no profit or gain. Just as the energy spent swimming across a river is consumed by the food found on a barren field, it refers to a break-even scenario or a hand-to-mouth existence where nothing is saved.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone is already facing a difficult task or struggle, and they are further burdened with unnecessary or harmful complications. It refers to a swimmer struggling in water who gets covered in leeches, making their survival even harder. It applies to people who find themselves in double trouble due to their persistence or unfortunate circumstances.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone tries to link two completely unrelated things or logic. It refers to an absurd comparison or an illogical argument where there is no practical connection between the subjects being discussed.

This expression refers to things that are perfectly matched or sufficient for their specific purpose. It highlights that the holy Ganga provides the best experience for swimming, and 'Garika' grass is the ideal fodder for livestock, suggesting a state of complete satisfaction or finding the right tool/place for a job.

This proverb highlights the difference in status or priority between two people. It refers to how a royal person (Rayadu) wears a turban on their head, while a washerman (Chakali) wears a loincloth around their waist, though both may use similar cloth. It is used to describe situations where things are allocated according to one's status or where there is a clear hierarchy in importance.

This proverb is used to describe a situation that is purposeless, lonely, or lacks the intended joy and activity. Just as a grandfather might search for a child to play with in a house where none exists, it signifies efforts made in vain or being in a place that feels empty and devoid of its primary charm or necessity.

This proverb describes unfair partiality or double standards within a household. It refers to a situation where a woman treats her husband poorly (giving him a small, rough leaf to eat from) while showing excessive hospitality or preference toward her son-in-law (giving him a large, premium banana leaf). It is used to mock people who value outsiders or guests more than their own family members.

This expression is used to describe a situation where the effort or expenditure is exactly equal to the benefit or gain, resulting in no net profit. It specifically refers to a scenario where a person swims across a river (hard work) to let cattle graze on an island, but the energy/resources gained from the grazing are consumed by the effort of swimming back and forth.

This proverb implies that the actions, virtues, or sins of a mother directly influence the destiny and character of her children. It is often used to emphasize that a family's legacy or current situation is a result of the mother's past deeds or upbringing.

If she sin, her children are disgraced.