అని అనిపించుకోవలెనా అత్తగారా?
ani anipinchukovalena attagara?
O mother-in-law, should you accuse me and bring a reproach on yourself in return ?
This expression is used sarcastically or ironically when someone tries to cover up their obvious mistakes or bad behavior by pretending to be concerned about their reputation. It originates from a folk story where a daughter-in-law behaves poorly and then asks if she deserves the bad name she is getting, highlighting hypocrisy.
Those who live in glass houses should not throw stones.
Related Phrases
ఆ మాట అనిపిద్దామా మామగారా?
a mata anipiddama mamagara?
Shall we have that word said ? O father-in-law! When a Kômaṭi was dying and the word "Nârâyana" had to be pro- nounced in his ears, all his relations tried to shirk this disagreeable duty. The allusion in the proverb is to a proposal made by one of them that the task should be imposed upon the oldest man present.
This is a popular idiom or sarcastic expression used to highlight a situation where someone is inviting criticism or stating the obvious in a way that would make others talk negatively. It is often used to question if one should proceed with an action that will inevitably lead to a predictable, often shameful, reputation or consequence.
చెయ్యి చూపి అవలక్షణము అనిపించుకొన్నట్టు.
cheyyi chupi avalakshanamu anipinchukonnattu.
Pointing with the hand, and being called a luckless fellow. Indiscreetly accusing a person openly of something which you are not able to prove. A fool's tongue is long enough to cut his own throat. Hear, see, and say nothing, if you wish to live in peace. (Italian.)
This proverb describes a situation where someone unnecessarily invites trouble or criticism by interfering in something or volunteering information. It is used when a person's own actions lead to a negative reputation or a bad outcome that could have been avoided by staying quiet or staying out of the way.
ఆపదలో ఆదుకోవాలి, ఆస్తిలో పంచుకోవాలి.
apadalo adukovali, astilo panchukovali.
Help in times of danger, share in times of wealth.
This proverb emphasizes the reciprocal nature of relationships and fairness. It means that if you want a share in someone's prosperity or inheritance (property), you must also be willing to stand by them and provide support when they are in trouble or facing a crisis.
వశిష్టుని వాక్కున విశ్వామిత్రుడు బ్రహ్మర్షి అనిపించుకోవలె.
vashishtuni vakkuna vishvamitrudu brahmarshi anipinchukovale.
Vishwamitra must be called a Brahmarshi by the words of Vashistha.
This expression highlights that true recognition or a title is only valid when it comes from a peer or a rival who is equally or more qualified. In Hindu mythology, although Vishwamitra performed great penance, he only felt he truly achieved the status of 'Brahmarshi' when his rival, Sage Vashistha, acknowledged him as such. It is used to emphasize that self-praise is no recommendation and validation should come from an authoritative source.
ఏడి వెంకటస్వామి అనిపించుకొన్నట్లు
edi venkatasvami anipinchukonnatlu
Like making someone say, 'Where is Venkataswamy?'
This expression is used to describe a situation where someone performs a task so poorly or fails so miserably that people start questioning their very presence or competence. It implies a total failure that leads to a loss of reputation, where instead of praise, the person's absence is preferred or their existence is mocked.
ప్రాణం పోయినా మానం దక్కించుకోవలె
pranam poyina manam dakkinchukovale
Even if life is lost, honor must be saved.
This proverb emphasizes that one's dignity and honor are far more important than physical existence. It is used to inspire integrity and courage, suggesting that it is better to die with honor than to live in disgrace or shame.
వేలుచూపి అవలక్షణ మనిపించుకొన్నట్లు.
veluchupi avalakshana manipinchukonnatlu.
Like pointing a finger and getting labeled as having bad traits.
This proverb describes a situation where someone tries to point out a minor flaw in others but ends up attracting negative attention or criticism towards themselves. It is used when someone's unnecessary interference or criticism backfires, making them look bad instead of the person they were targeting.
ప్రాణము పోయినా, మానము దక్కించుకోవలెను.
pranamu poyina, manamu dakkinchukovalenu.
Though you lose your life, you must preserve your honor.
This expression emphasizes that one's dignity, honor, and self-respect are more valuable than life itself. It is used to encourage standing by one's principles or integrity, even in the face of extreme danger or death.
వేలు చూపించి ఉట్టిది అనిపించుకున్నట్లు
velu chupinchi uttidi anipinchukunnatlu
Pointing the finger and coming off worst.
This expression describes a situation where someone's attempt to help or point something out results in them being wrongly blamed or criticized. It is used when an innocent action leads to an unnecessary negative reputation or misunderstanding.
Said of a man who accuses another without being able to sub- stantiate his allegations.
అనిత్యాని శరీరాని, అందరి సొమ్ము మనకే రాని అని అనిపించుకోవలెనా అత్తగారు?
anityani sharirani, andari sommu manake rani ani anipinchukovalena attagaru?
Bodies are temporary, so should we think 'let everyone's wealth come to us' instead, mother-in-law?
This is a sarcastic expression used to mock hypocrisy or extreme greed. It twists the philosophical concept of 'Anityani Sharirani' (the body is temporary/perishable), which usually promotes detachment, into a justification for hoarding others' wealth. It is used when someone uses religious or moral teachings to mask their selfish motives.