Parenting

This proverb is used to describe how young children are often so active or oblivious to their environment that they don't seem to feel the cold, much like an inanimate object (a stool leg). It is often said by elders when they see kids playing outside in the cold without proper clothing.

This expression is used to describe a very large number of children in a single family. It refers to the mythological figure Kuchela (Sudama), a childhood friend of Lord Krishna, who was famously poor and lived with his wife and twenty-seven children.

This proverb describes a situation where someone is being overly demanding or spoiled due to excessive affection, while the reality of their situation or their behavior is actually inviting punishment. It is used to caution against over-indulging children or individuals who do not realize that their stubbornness will lead to negative consequences.

This proverb highlights the vulnerability of relying on a single source of support. Just as losing one's only eye results in total blindness, depending solely on one child or a single plan is risky because if that one fails, there is no backup or alternative support system.

This proverb emphasizes that bad habits, problems, or children's misbehavior should be corrected when they are small or in their early stages. Once they grow strong or become deep-rooted over time, they become impossible to control or eliminate.

This proverb is used to describe the tendency of parents or close ones to find even the smallest or most insignificant actions of their children to be extraordinary and praiseworthy. It highlights partiality or the 'blindness' of affection where a minor contribution is celebrated as a great achievement.

This expression is used to describe a state of extreme hardship or chaos in a household, specifically referring to the distress caused when one has to manage both crying children and suffering livestock simultaneously. It signifies overwhelming domestic troubles or a period of great difficulty where everyone in the family, from the youngest to the animals, is in distress.

This proverb suggests that the quality of one's life partners and children is a result of one's past deeds, character, and spiritual merit. It is used to imply that the rewards or the caliber of people in one's life are proportionate to the effort and virtue one has cultivated.

This traditional proverb emphasizes the importance of a proper upbringing, parental guidance, and legitimate social standing in shaping a person's character and future success. It suggests that without the discipline and moral foundation provided by parents, one cannot achieve great heights or leadership roles. It is often used to highlight that a lack of proper mentorship leads to a lack of merit.

This proverb highlights the depth of maternal influence and consequences. It suggests that while an individual's misdeeds might only affect their own physical being or lifespan, a mother's actions have far-reaching, generational effects that impact the lineage or the land itself. It is used to emphasize the heavy responsibility of a mother's conduct.

This proverb is used to say that children will naturally inherit the traits, strength, or nobility of their parents. It is typically used to express that a courageous or talented person's offspring will not be weak or incompetent. It is the Telugu equivalent of 'A chip off the old block'.

This proverb highlights that both a paddy sprout and a male child require constant care, protection, and nurturing in their early stages to ensure a productive future. Just as a young plant is vulnerable to pests and weather, a young boy needs proper guidance and safeguarding to grow into a responsible man.

This expression is used to describe a situation where a child or a successor is significantly more powerful, capable, or talented than their parent or predecessor. It highlights an extraordinary jump in scale or impact from one generation to the next.

This expression suggests that the true state, character, or management of a household can be judged immediately upon entering the house (at the doorstep). It is often used to imply that the first impression or outward appearance of a place reflects the competence and nature of the person in charge.

This proverb is used to describe how children inherit the traits, character, or habits of their parents. It is the Telugu equivalent of 'Like mother, like son' or 'The apple doesn't fall far from the tree.' It implies that a child's behavior can be predicted or explained by looking at their upbringing or lineage.

This traditional proverb suggests that parents of a daughter should practice extreme patience, humility, and selflessness. It implies that in a society where the bride's side often has to accommodate the groom's side, parents must shed their ego or pride (the 'titles') to ensure their daughter's well-being and a harmonious marriage.

This proverb is used to suggest that certain physical imperfections or behavioral awkwardness in children and adolescents will naturally correct themselves as they mature into adulthood. It is often said to reassure parents about a child's looks or quirky habits, implying that growth and maturity bring refinement.

This proverb highlights two stages of life where support is expected. Just as an ox is ready to share the burden of farm work once it fits the yoke, a child is expected to assist and support their parents once they grow up and become capable. It refers to the point when a person or animal becomes productive and helpful to the family.

This proverb is the Telugu equivalent of 'Like mother, like daughter' or 'The apple doesn't fall far from the tree'. It implies that a child (specifically a daughter) will naturally inherit the traits, character, and habits of her mother.

This proverb emphasizes that character, behavior, and quality are inherited or influenced by origins. Just as the quality of a harvest depends on the quality of the seed sown, a child's traits and upbringing are often a reflection of the mother or the family environment. It is used to describe how someone's nature is a result of their roots.