ఉడకేసుకుని తిని, తడకేసుకుని పడుకొన్నట్టు.

This proverb emphasizes the concept of commitment and acceptance in life's permanent choices, particularly marriage. It suggests that regardless of the difficulties, failures, or changes in circumstances, one must stand by and endure the consequences of their primary life decisions and relationships.

This proverb describes someone who feels happy or envious when observing others' success or beauty, but feels miserable and complains when they have to talk about their own situation or face reality. It is used to mock people who are fickle or who pretend to be happy for others while harboring secret sorrow or resentment.

This proverb is used to criticize people who are so addicted to luxury, laziness, or easy comforts that they are willing to lose or sacrifice their most valuable assets, relationships, or long-term security just to satisfy their immediate cravings.

This is a blunt and often rude expression used to tell someone to shut up or stay quiet. It is commonly used when someone is talking unnecessarily, annoying others, or meddling in affairs that do not concern them. It literally instructs the person to 'shut it' and remain still.

This expression describes a situation where someone puts a lot of effort into helping, teaching, or reforming someone else, only for that person to immediately undo it or disregard the advice the moment they are alone. It is used to highlight the futility of trying to help someone who is not interested in changing or lacks appreciation.

This proverb is used to convey that an individual must face and take responsibility for the consequences of their own actions, especially mistakes or wrongdoings. It emphasizes that there is no escape from the repercussions of one's own choices.

This expression is used to describe an awkward or burdensome situation where one has to constantly look after or accompany someone who is already grown up or a task that has become too large to handle easily. It often refers to the social and protective responsibility a parent feels for a daughter of marriageable age in traditional contexts, implying a sense of constant vigilance or a lingering responsibility that one cannot easily set aside.

This expression is used when someone reacts defensively, angrily, or becomes startled because a bitter truth about them has been revealed. It is similar to the English proverb 'The truth hurts' or 'If the shoe fits, wear it.'

This proverb is the Telugu equivalent of 'As you sow, so shall you reap.' It implies that individuals are solely responsible for the consequences of their actions, whether good or bad. It is often used to suggest that one's current situation is a direct result of their past efforts or deeds.

This entry consists of two distinct expressions. The first is a sarcastic story about someone pretending to be humble or scary while actually enjoying a feast, used to describe hypocritical behavior. The second, 'Etlo vesina enchi veyavalenu', is a very common proverb meaning that even when wasting or spending money on something seemingly endless (like a river), one must still be accountable and careful with the amount.