వన్నెలమ్మను వండబెట్టిన ఇంటిరాజులను పండబెట్టిందట.

This proverb is used to describe how a person's inherent nature or character does not change regardless of their status, wealth, or environment. Just as a dog might still chase after scraps even if placed in royalty, an unworthy or base person will eventually revert to their true behavior despite being given power or respect.

This proverb highlights that a person in a position of authority or control over resources will always ensure their own needs are met first. It is often used to describe self-interest or the inherent advantage one gains from being in charge of a process.

This proverb describes a person who does something useless, eccentric, or irrelevant while everyone else is engaged in productive or essential work. It is used to mock people who lack a sense of priority or follow trends in a foolish and meaningless way.

This proverb highlights that simply hoarding or saving money is useless if it is not used for one's sustenance or basic needs. It is often used to criticize extreme stinginess or to remind people that the primary purpose of earning is to provide for oneself and others.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone puts a person in charge of something they are likely to exploit or destroy. It highlights the foolishness of trusting a known predator or a person with conflicting interests with the safety of their potential victims.

This proverb is used to mock someone who tries to imitate or compete with people of much higher status, capability, or importance, despite lacking the same qualities. It highlights the absurdity of an insignificant person trying to act like a significant one.

This proverb is used to describe a person who cannot change their inherent base nature or low-minded habits, no matter how much wealth, status, or dignity is bestowed upon them. It highlights that external elevation does not change internal character.

This proverb is used to describe someone who tries to imitate others' actions without understanding the purpose or importance of the task, often doing something irrelevant or foolish just to fit in. It highlights the difference between productive work and mindless imitation.

This proverb highlights that people who are obsessed with accumulating wealth often lack the ability to spend it on themselves or enjoy the comforts of life. It is used to describe a miserly person who focuses entirely on saving and never experiences the fruits of their labor.

This proverb is used to describe a person who avoids doing a specific requested task by offering an irrelevant or useless alternative. It highlights an uncooperative attitude where one pretends to help but avoids the actual effort or responsibility required, similar to someone offering words instead of food to a hungry person.