అరగని కూడు జరగని మాట.

aragani kudu jaragani mata.

Translation

Undigested food and a word that cannot be fulfilled.

Meaning

This expression highlights two things that cause significant discomfort: undigested food causes physical pain, while a promise or word that cannot be fulfilled (an impossible commitment) causes mental stress and reputational damage. It is used to caution people against making promises they cannot keep or taking on more than they can handle.

Related Phrases

A man who doesn't know the ways of the world and a woman who doesn't know how to present herself are useless.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of social awareness and self-presentation. It suggests that a person who lacks worldly knowledge or common sense (a naive person) and a person who neglects their appearance or social etiquette are often disregarded or ineffective in society.

A drunkard's word is not a lie.

This proverb suggests that people often speak the absolute truth when they are intoxicated because their inhibitions and filters are lowered. It is used to imply that what someone says while drunk is their genuine feeling or a reality they were hiding while sober.

When someone said, "It's new, oh branch," the response was, "Let it soak, then we shall break it by kicking."

This proverb describes people who show excessive or reckless enthusiasm toward new things or situations, often to the point of being destructive. It is used to mock someone who wants to over-exploit a resource just because it is fresh or new, rather than being careful or patient.

A son who doesn't bend even if beaten, and a mustache that doesn't turn even if twisted.

This expression refers to things that are useless or ineffective because they lack their essential quality. It describes a son who is stubborn or lacks character despite discipline, and a mustache (a symbol of pride or virility) that lacks the stiffness or shape it is supposed to have. It is used to mock things that fail to live up to their expected purpose or dignity.

Sleep that knows no comfort, a meal that knows no hunger.

This expression describes situations that are pointless or lack the essential element that makes them worthwhile. It refers to a restless, unrefreshing sleep and a meal served to someone who isn't hungry, implying that the true essence or benefit of the action is missing.

The word of the people cannot fail to happen

This expression signifies that the collective will or opinion of the people (public opinion) is powerful and will eventually manifest as reality. It is often used to suggest that what the majority believes or says will inevitably come to pass, similar to the concept of 'Vox Populi, Vox Dei' (The voice of the people is the voice of God).

An impatient person's intellect is limited.

This proverb is used to describe how haste or excessive eagerness can cloud one's judgment. When a person is in a hurry or overly anxious to achieve something, they lose their ability to think rationally and make poor decisions. It is similar to the English proverb 'Haste makes waste'.

Joint words are words that do not fit.

This proverb highlights the difficulty of collective decision-making or joint ventures. It suggests that when multiple people are involved in a partnership or discussion, reaching a consensus is often impossible because conflicting opinions and interests prevent a single, coherent resolution from fitting everyone involved.

A hasty man is not wise.

This proverb suggests that when a person is in a state of extreme haste, anxiety, or impatience, their ability to think clearly and make rational decisions is diminished. It is used to advise someone to calm down and think before acting, as being overly eager or rushed often leads to poor judgment.

He that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly. Proverbs xiv. 29. A hasty man never wants woc. * Qual o pal tal o filho. † Patris est filius.

A calf that is habituated to the cow will not stay away; a cow habituated to its calf will not stay away.

This proverb describes an inseparable bond or a reciprocal addiction between two parties. It is used to illustrate situations where two people or entities are so accustomed to each other's presence, support, or company that they cannot function or stay apart independently. It can also refer to a cycle of mutual dependency.