వీసముగల రెడ్డికి విడవా ముడవా సరి.

This expression is used to describe a person who reacts with unnecessary hostility or anger to a kind offer or a helpful suggestion. It highlights a character that is ungrateful, perverse, or aggressive in nature.

This proverb illustrates the hardships of poverty resulting from low-yielding or failed crops. It signifies a state of extreme scarcity where a family is so destitute that the couple must share a single piece of clothing to cover themselves, highlighting the struggle for basic necessities.

This expression describes a situation where two equally stubborn or determined individuals clash. It is used when a person who refuses to yield meets someone who is relentlessly persistent in their demand or pursuit. It highlights a stalemate between a 'stubborn refuser' and a 'persistent pursuer'.

This proverb highlights the infinite nature of human desires and needs. Just as there is always something missing on a dinner plate (leaf) and family problems are never-ending, no external person can ever truly resolve or fulfill every deficiency in one's personal or domestic life. It suggests that contentment must come from within as external needs are perpetual.

This proverb describes a situation where someone involved in a wrongdoing or associated with wrongdoers cannot express their grief or problems openly for fear of exposing the truth. It signifies the hidden suffering and constant fear of consequences that come with illegal or unethical actions.

This expression is used to highlight that when an item is pledged or borrowed, it is rarely returned in its original condition. It serves as a warning that one should expect some wear, tear, or loss of value when leaving property in someone else's possession or control.

This proverb refers to finding a place or a group that welcomes those who have been cast out or have abandoned their previous lives. Historically, Vidavalur (a village in Nellore) was metaphorically cited as a refuge for destitute or runaway women. In a broader sense, it suggests that there is always a specific gathering spot or a common destination for people of a similar unfortunate or unconventional status.

This proverb contrasts the behavior of those with small means versus those with significant wealth. A 'veesam' is a tiny denomination; someone possessing very little is often anxious, constantly counting or checking their small pittance. In contrast, someone with a 'kasu' (larger wealth) is secure enough to store it away without constant fuss. It is used to describe how people with little knowledge or money tend to make more of a show or worry excessively compared to those who are truly substantial.

This proverb describes human ingratitude. It refers to people who seek help desperately when in trouble, but once they are safe or their purpose is served, they criticize or insult the very person who helped them.

This proverb highlights human behavior regarding wealth. A truly wealthy person stays calm and doesn't show off, whereas a person with very little wealth constantly fusses over it and displays it to everyone to feel important.