వ్యాపారం జోరుగా సాగిపోతున్నది, రెండో బండిని అమ్మి డబ్బు పంపమన్నట్లు

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone spends money or effort only to invite trouble or harm upon themselves. It refers to self-inflicted misery or bad investments that lead to painful consequences.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone approaches for a small favor or a specific purpose, but then starts interfering with or demanding things beyond what they originally came for. It highlights unnecessary meddling or shifting focus from the main reason for a visit to something trivial or inappropriate.

This expression is used to describe money as the root of all evil or something that breeds greed, corruption, and unethical behavior. It is often said when observing how money can destroy relationships or lead people to commit wrongdoings.

This proverb is used to illustrate that money obtained from any source—even through questionable or low-status means—has the same value and function as any other money. It implies that the origin of the wealth does not change its utility, often used in contexts discussing the nature of profit or earnings.

This proverb is a cynical take on human nature and gratitude. It suggests that acts of kindness, like feeding someone or gifting clothes, are temporary and soon forgotten, whereas a hurt, an insult, or a physical scar (metaphorically represented by a 'brand' or 'burn') is remembered for a lifetime. It is used to describe how people tend to dwell on negative experiences more than positive ones.

This proverb is used to convey that no matter how many difficulties or challenges (poverty/troubles) one faces, there are always ways to overcome them. It emphasizes human ingenuity and the availability of endless solutions to any number of problems. It is often used to encourage creative problem-solving in desperate situations.

This proverb describes a person who is carefree to the point of laziness or irresponsibility. It refers to someone who feels no pressure to work or save because they believe they can always survive on charity (begging) from the community. It is used to criticize a lack of ambition or a nonchalant attitude toward life's responsibilities.

This proverb is used to describe a foolish person who gives up a productive or profitable asset for something that provides status or temporary pleasure but is ultimately unproductive or a liability. It highlights poor decision-making where one sacrifices long-term utility for short-term vanity or convenience.

This proverb describes a person's extreme greed and lack of foresight. It refers to someone who accepts anything offered for free or as a loan—even something as expensive and difficult to maintain as an elephant—without considering whether they can afford the upkeep or repay the debt. It is used to mock people who blindly take things just because they are available, ignoring the future consequences.

This traditional saying emphasizes productivity over vanity. It suggests that one should invest more in assets that provide a livelihood or income (like livestock in an agrarian society) and spend minimally on non-productive luxuries like expensive clothing. It is used to advise someone to prioritize essential investments over outward appearances.