ఊరక ఉండటం కంటే, ఊగులాడటం ఆరోగ్యం

This proverb emphasizes the importance of staying active or doing some form of work, however small or repetitive, rather than being completely unproductive. It suggests that even minor effort is superior to total laziness or inactivity.

This proverb describes a situation of extreme discomfort or a person facing hardships both physically and emotionally. It is used to signify that life becomes difficult when one's living space is too small and their life partner is uncooperative or troublesome.

In one’s life, health is more essential than material wealth and so it should not be neglected.

This proverb describes a situation where a person creates a deal or an arrangement that appears mutual but is primarily self-serving. It is used to mock someone who pretends to be fair while ensuring they get the better or more fundamental part of the bargain.

This proverb highlights that a wealthy person who is stingy (a miser) is still more useful in a society or economy than someone who has a generous heart but no resources to actually give. It is used to emphasize that practical capability often outweighs good intentions when there is a lack of means.

This is a philosophical expression reflecting a pessimistic or stoic view of existence. It suggests that living involves constant suffering (disease), sleep provides temporary respite from that pain, and death is the ultimate cure or state of perfect peace (health) where suffering finally ends.

This proverb is used to highlight the gap between theory and practice. It suggests that it is very easy to tell others what they should do, but much harder to actually implement those same suggestions in one's own life.

This is a traditional benediction or self-blessing often recited during rituals or as a daily prayer. 'Ayushyam' refers to longevity, and 'Arogyam' refers to health. It is used to invoke divine blessings for a long, disease-free life.

A selfish man blessing himself. Priests bless themselves first. (German.)* * Pfaffen segnen sich zuerst.

This expression is the Telugu equivalent of 'Easier said than done'. It is used to point out that while it is easy to give advice or make promises, it is much harder to actually put those words into action or carry out the task.

This is a satirical proverb or 'sameta' highlighting how different professions view the world based on their personal gain. While a wise person prays for universal well-being, a doctor's livelihood depends on people falling ill. It is used to mock people who find profit in others' misfortunes or to point out conflicting interests in society.