ఒంటినిండా గంధం పంటినిండా వక్క

This proverb is used to describe a situation where there are many resources or people available, but not a single one is capable of performing a specific, essential task or taking leadership when needed. It highlights the irony of quantity over quality or utility.

Said of useless people.

This proverb is used to describe people who are lazy or unwilling to work, but constantly complain about having too much to do as an excuse to avoid their responsibilities. It highlights how someone can make themselves appear busy just to escape actual productivity.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone has plenty of resources or capable people at home, yet they still have to rely on outside help or wait for others to initiate an action. It highlights the irony of having internal strength but still being dependent on external factors.

This proverb is used sarcastically to describe a situation where someone has many assets or family members but lacks the space, resources, or peace of mind to manage them. It highlights that having 'too much' of a good thing can lead to chaos, suffocation, or excessive hardship if not managed properly.

This proverb highlights the frustration of having plenty of something that is of no practical use or value. It compares a pot full of flavorless food to a lazy or incompetent partner; in both cases, the quantity exists but the quality or purpose is missing. It is used to describe situations where there is an abundance of useless resources or people.

This proverb describes the traditional Indian definition of a prosperous and fulfilling life. In an agrarian society, having plenty of livestock (wealth) and many children (family legacy/support) was considered the ultimate form of success and happiness. It is used to express contentment with a simple yet abundant life.

This proverb serves as a moral warning against slander. It suggests that speaking ill of others (Paraninda) brings misfortune to one's household, while insulting or criticizing a saintly person or a monk (Yatininda) brings spiritual ruin that can wipe out one's entire family line or reputation.

This proverb warns about the consequences of overindulgence and greed. It suggests that excessive consumption of heavy or rich food leads to illness and physical suffering. It is used to advise moderation in eating habits and to highlight that momentary pleasure can lead to long-term discomfort.

This expression is used to describe a person who is drowning in debt but remains shamelessly cheerful or continues to grin as if nothing is wrong. It mocks the irony of having many liabilities while maintaining a facade of carefree happiness or showing off.

This proverb describes a situation where a person, while trying to escape or clear themselves of a false blame or minor problem, gets entangled in a much more serious or direct accusation. It is used when someone's troubles seem never-ending or when a situation shifts from bad to worse.