ఆరుద్రలో తడిస్తే ఆడది మగవాడగును
arudralo tadiste adadi magavadagunu
If a woman gets drenched in the Arudra rains, she will turn into a man.
This is a popular Telugu proverb emphasizing the power and life-giving nature of the first monsoon rains (Arudra Karti). It is not meant to be taken literally, but rather to highlight the immense strength, energy, and fertility the season brings to the earth and living beings. It signifies that even the most delicate can gain immense strength during this auspicious period.
Related Phrases
అనూరాధలో తడిస్తే ఆడది మగవాడౌతాడు.
anuradhalo tadiste adadi magavadautadu.
If a woman gets wet in the Anuradha (rain), she will become a man.
This is a popular Telugu proverb related to the Anuradha Nakshatram (constellation) during the monsoon season. It is a metaphorical way of saying that the rainwater during this specific period is so strengthening and medicinal that it gives a woman the physical strength and vigor associated with a man. It highlights the perceived health benefits of the first rains of this season.
అనూరాధలో తడిస్తే ఆడది మొగవాడవుతాడట
anuradhalo tadiste adadi mogavadavutadata
If it rains during the Anuradha star period, it is said that a woman becomes a man.
This is a traditional Telugu proverb or folk saying related to agriculture and astrology. It metaphorically suggests that rains occurring during the Anuradha Karti (a specific period in the lunar calendar) are so powerful and life-giving that they can transform the weak into the strong, or more practically, that these rains ensure a bountiful, robust harvest that changes the fortunes of a household.
కూడు వండని ఆడది, మంచం అల్లని మగవాడూ ఉండరు
kudu vandani adadi, mancham allani magavadu undaru
There is no woman who cannot cook rice and no man who cannot weave a cot.
This traditional proverb highlights the basic, essential life skills that were historically expected of every individual based on their role in the household. It suggests that certain fundamental tasks are so universal that one cannot claim ignorance of them; it is often used to emphasize that everyone should at least know the basics of their responsibilities.
మగవాడు తిరుగక చెడును, ఆడది తిరిగి చెడును.
magavadu tirugaka chedunu, adadi tirigi chedunu.
A man is ruined by not roaming; a woman is ruined by roaming.
This traditional proverb suggests that a man gains knowledge, opportunities, and success by going out into the world and networking, whereas staying idle at home leads to his downfall. Conversely, in a traditional social context, it implies that a woman's reputation or domestic stability might be compromised if she wanders aimlessly or neglects her home. It is often used to emphasize the importance of being active for men and the value of discretion or domestic focus for women.
ఆశ్లేషలో తడిస్తే, ఆడది మొగోడౌతాడు
ashleshalo tadiste, adadi mogodautadu
If one gets drenched during the Ashlesha rain, a woman will turn into a man.
This is a popular Telugu proverb or folk belief regarding the Ashlesha Karti (a specific period in the traditional agricultural calendar). It is a hyperbolic way to describe the intense power and medicinal qualities attributed to the rains during this period. It implies that these rains are so transformative and rejuvenating that they can perform the impossible, like changing one's gender. Practically, it highlights the importance of these rains for health and agriculture.
ఆరుద్ర వాన అదను వాన
arudra vana adanu vana
Rain in the Arudra star period is the timely rain.
This proverb highlights the agricultural importance of rains occurring during the Arudra Karti (mid-June). It signifies that rain during this specific period is perfectly timed for sowing crops and ensures a bountiful harvest, making it the most critical rainfall for farmers.
ఆడది తిరిగి చెడును, మగవాడు తిరుగక చెడును.
adadi tirigi chedunu, magavadu tirugaka chedunu.
A woman is ruined by wandering; a man is ruined by not wandering.
This traditional proverb suggests that a woman's reputation or character may suffer if she spends too much time outside her home (reflecting historical social norms), whereas a man's prospects and knowledge suffer if he stays confined at home and doesn't venture out to explore, network, or work.
తిరిగే ఆడది, తిరగని మగవాడు చెడుదురు
tirige adadi, tiragani magavadu cheduduru
A woman who roams and a man who does not roam are both ruined.
This traditional proverb suggests that a woman's reputation or household suffers if she wanders aimlessly outside, while a man fails in life if he stays idle at home without going out to seek opportunities, work, or social connections. It emphasizes gender-specific social roles common in historical contexts.
ఆడది లేనిది అడవి, మగవాడు లేనిది మఠము
adadi lenidi adavi, magavadu lenidi mathamu
Without a woman it is a forest; without a man it is a monastery.
This proverb highlights the importance of both genders in maintaining a balanced household. It implies that a home without a woman's presence feels wild and disorganized like a forest, while a home without a man feels lonely or austere like a monastery. It emphasizes domestic completeness through partnership.
కొంగు తడిస్తే చలిగాని కోకంతా తడిస్తే ఏమి చలి
kongu tadiste chaligani kokanta tadiste emi chali
If the hem be wet, cold [ is felt ], but if the whole garment be wet, what cold [ is felt ? ]. 12
This proverb is used to describe a situation where once a person is fully committed to a difficult or risky task, they no longer worry about small setbacks or inconveniences. It is similar to the idea that once you are in deep trouble, minor additional problems don't matter anymore, or 'over head, over ears.'