తాటోటుగానికి దధ్యన్నము, విశ్వాసముకలవానికి వేణ్నీళ్లు అన్నము.

This expression refers to a double-edged or unreliable trust. It is used to describe a situation where someone's loyalty or commitment is solely dependent on their own profit or benefit, suggesting that their allegiance may shift as soon as the circumstances are no longer advantageous to them.

This traditional expression suggests that some people's loyalty or trust can be unpredictable and dangerous. It is used to caution someone about placing complete faith in individuals who might be fickle or potentially harmful, drawing a comparison to the inherent danger of befriending venomous snakes.

This proverb highlights a social injustice or irony where dishonest or manipulative people enjoy luxuries while honest, loyal, and hardworking individuals struggle for basic necessities. It is used to describe situations where merit and loyalty are overlooked in favor of flattery or deceit.

This expression is used to describe mutual assistance or small contributions that complement each other. Just as mixing hot and cold water brings them to a comfortable temperature, it signifies how people help one another according to their capacity, or how small favors are returned to maintain balance in relationships.

This expression highlights social irony and injustice where cunning or deceitful people often enjoy luxuries and rewards (curd rice), while loyal and honest people are neglected or given the bare minimum (stale rice). It is used to describe situations where merit and loyalty are undervalued compared to flattery or manipulation.

This proverb advises discretion and skepticism. It cautions against being gullible by trusting all rumors or information received (hearsay), and simultaneously warns to be guarded with one's own thoughts and convictions rather than sharing them indiscriminately with everyone.

This proverb describes the inherent nature of certain entities. It suggests that a hen is always busy scratching the ground for food (never resting), and traditionally implies that in business, a merchant prioritizes profit over personal loyalty or trust. It is used to describe situations where constant restlessness or self-interest is expected.

This expression is used to describe a situation where an undeserving person who uses flattery or deceit receives high rewards and luxuries, while a loyal, hardworking, and honest person is neglected or given the bare minimum. It highlights the unfairness in how some leaders or masters treat their subordinates.

This proverb advises caution in both processing information and sharing it. It suggests that one should exercise skepticism toward rumors or hearsay, and even when one holds a firm belief or knows a truth, it is often wise to remain silent rather than speaking out indiscriminately.

This proverb reflects a cynical observation of social injustice where deceitful or manipulative people (Taatotugadu) often enjoy luxuries and comforts, while honest and loyal people (Vishwasamu kalavadu) suffer in poverty or receive the bare minimum. It is used to describe situations where merit and loyalty are overlooked in favor of flattery or cunningness.