వెయ్యి మోపుల మంచు కంటే ఒక్క సూర్యకిరణం మేలు (వెయ్యి మోపుల మంచుకి ఒక్క రోకలి పోటు చాలు)

This proverb highlights traditional social dynamics where a bride, regardless of her high status or wealthy background, is expected to respect her husband and his family. It is used to suggest that personal status does not override the fundamental roles within a marriage or a specific relationship context.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of quality input for a successful outcome. In an agricultural context, it means that using high-quality seeds leads to a bountiful harvest and financial prosperity. Generally, it serves as a metaphor that if you invest in good resources or build a strong foundation, the rewards will be significant.

This proverb is used to criticize a situation where too many people are unnecessarily involved in a simple task or one that is already being handled. It is similar to the English expression 'Too many cooks spoil the broth' but specifically highlights the redundancy of effort for a task already in progress.

This proverb is used to describe how people find it easy to criticize or find faults in a completed task, even though they did not contribute to the effort. It highlights the human tendency to offer unsolicited advice or pinpoint mistakes after the hard work is done.

This expression refers to the tradition of offering food (Naivedyam) to a deity in a temple. While the God is said to accept the offering merely by looking at it, the humans (devotees or priests) are the ones who actually consume the food. It is used to describe situations where a formal or symbolic gesture is made to a higher authority, while the actual material benefits are enjoyed by the subordinates or common people.

This proverb is used to describe how easy it is for others to criticize or find faults in a project or task once it has been completed, despite not contributing to the effort themselves. It highlights that critics are plentiful, while workers are few.

* Die aan den weg timmert, heeft veel berechts.

This expression suggests that regardless of a man's physical strength, social status, or outward power, he ultimately has a vulnerability or softness towards the women in his life (like a mother, wife, or daughter). It is often used to highlight the subtle influence and domestic power women hold over even the most formidable men.

This proverb describes how even the most powerful or influential person can become vulnerable and be mocked or bullied by the weak when they fall into difficult circumstances. It is used to highlight that status is often dependent on one's current situation and strength.

This proverb implies that no matter how massive or overwhelming a task or a collection of problems might be, they can still be controlled or managed by a single, powerful, or appropriate tool/solution. It is often used to suggest that a small but effective force can overcome a large, unorganized mass.

This expression is used to describe someone who takes undue advantage of others' kindness or praise. It refers to a person who, when treated with respect or leniency, behaves recklessly or exceeds their boundaries due to overconfidence or lack of discipline.