వింటే భారతం వినాలి, తింటే గారెలు తినాలి

This proverb highlights the pursuit of excellence and the finest quality in life. It suggests that just as the thick cream (meegada) is the best part of milk to consume, the 'Begada' raga is the most sublime and pleasing melody to the ears. It is used to emphasize that one should choose only the best when it comes to experiences or consumption.

This proverb highlights social double standards or how the same action is perceived differently depending on the status, age, or authority of the person performing it. It is often used to point out hypocrisy or how powerful people can justify their actions while others are judged for the same.

A saying, describing a typical Telugu taste, suggests the best dish to eat and the best book to read.

This expression is used to describe the pinnacle of excellence in a specific category. It implies that if one wants to experience the best of something, they should choose the absolute finest. The Mahabharata is considered the greatest epic to listen to, just as Garelu (deep-fried lentil donuts) are considered the most delicious traditional snack to eat.

This expression highlights seeking the absolute best in any category. 'Begada' is considered a king of ragas in Carnatic music for its emotional depth, and 'Meegada' (cream) is the richest part of milk. It is used to suggest that if one chooses to indulge in an activity, they should go for the finest or highest quality experience possible.

This expression is used to highlight the absolute best or finest examples in a category. It suggests that just as the Mahabharata is the pinnacle of literature and storytelling, the Garelu (deep-fried lentil donuts) are the ultimate delicacy. It is often quoted when someone encounters something of exceptional quality.

This proverb emphasizes the pursuit of excellence and quality. It suggests that if one chooses to engage in an activity, it should be the best version of it—specifically, that 'Garelu' is the ultimate delicacy and the 'Mahabharata' is the ultimate epic to listen to.

This expression points out social hypocrisy or double standards. It suggests that the same action is judged differently based on the status or age of the person performing it. While a child eating between meals might be seen as a bad habit (snacking), an elder doing the same is given a more respectful or justified label (tiffin or sacred meal).

This proverb highlights the pursuit of the highest quality experiences. Clotted cream (Meegada) represents the richest part of the milk, while Begada is considered a profoundly pleasing and regal melody in Carnatic music. It is used to suggest that if you are going to indulge in something, you should choose the absolute best version of it.

This is a rhyming proverb used to highlight the absolute best choices in specific categories. Begada is considered a king of ragas in Carnatic music for its richness, and cream (meegada) is the tastiest part of milk. It suggests that if one wants to experience something, they should aim for the highest quality available.