ఉన్నది పోదు, లేనిది రాదు.

This proverb emphasizes that certain things are incomplete or ineffective without their essential components. Just as a royal assembly lacks dignity without the sound of the veeranam (drum), a traditional sweet like Boore will not be tasty or soft if the batter/filling isn't soaked or fermented properly. It is used to highlight the importance of fundamental requirements for any task or entity to be successful.

This proverb describes someone or something that is useless because they are never available when actually needed. It refers to a person who fails to show up both during important ceremonies (occasions) and during times of desperate need (hunger). It is used to point out the unreliability of a resource or person.

This proverb emphasizes the law of karma and the necessity of effort. It means that one must inevitably face the consequences of their actions (good or bad), and without putting in work or action, one cannot expect any results or rewards.

This proverb highlights the essential elements that bring life and joy to a place. Just as birds are vital for the vibrancy and identity of a grove (orchard), children are considered the soul and joy of a household. It is used to emphasize the importance of children in making a home feel complete and lively.

This expression is used to convey a sense of fatalism or acceptance of destiny. It suggests that certain events in life are inevitable, whether they involve gains or losses, and one should remain equanimous because human effort cannot alter what is preordained.

This proverb describes a situation where someone loses what they already possessed while greedily chasing something extra or trying to manage two things at once. It is used to highlight total loss resulting from poor judgment or over-ambition.

This proverb highlights the importance of both genders in maintaining a balanced household. It implies that a home without a woman's presence feels wild and disorganized like a forest, while a home without a man feels lonely or austere like a monastery. It emphasizes domestic completeness through partnership.

This proverb highlights that certain essential elements or preparations are indispensable for an event to take place. Just as ritual flour drawings (prolu) are fundamental to a traditional wedding ceremony, certain core requirements must be met before claiming a task is complete or starting an endeavor.

Indispensable accompaniments.

This expression is used to describe a situation where, after a loss or a filtering process, only the essential or valuable part remains while the useless or trivial part is gone. It is often used to console someone by pointing out that even if something was lost, the core strength or the most important asset is still intact.

This proverb describes a situation where someone loses their existing possessions or status while greedily pursuing something they don't have. It is used to caution against unnecessary risks or greed that leads to the loss of one's current security.