బాస బిస తప్పితే పట్టరా తంగేళ్ళు, భాషికం మొదలు భజంత్రీల వరకు బదులుతో పెండ్లి జరిపినట్లు
basa bisa tappite pattara tangellu, bhashikam modalu bhajantrila varaku baduluto pendli jaripinatlu
If the word and rhythm are missed, grab the Tangedu branches; it is like conducting a wedding where everything from the wedding badge to the musicians is borrowed.
This proverb describes a situation where someone manages an event entirely with borrowed resources or credit, without any personal substance or stability. It is often used to criticize people who make grand shows or promises while being completely dependent on others, or to describe a house of cards that collapses when one 'borrowed' element is withdrawn.
Related Phrases
పేరంటానికి వచ్చి పెండ్లి కొడుకు వరస యేమి అన్నట్టు.
perantaniki vachchi pendli koduku varasa yemi annattu.
When she came to the marriage feast she began to enquire how the bridegroom was related to her. i. e. she was enamoured with him. Very unseemly behaviour.
This proverb describes a person who is present at a situation or involved in a task but lacks basic knowledge about the fundamental purpose or the key people involved. It is used to mock someone's ignorance or lack of attention despite being an active participant.
* Zorn ohne Macht wird verlangt.
పదం తప్పినా ప్రాస తప్పరాదు
padam tappina prasa tapparadu
Even if the word is missed, the rhyme should not be missed.
This expression is used to describe someone who prioritizes style, rhythm, or external appearances over the actual substance or truth of a matter. It often refers to people who focus more on making their speech sound catchy or poetic rather than ensuring it is accurate or meaningful.
భజన చేయువాడు భక్తుండు కాడయా
bhajana cheyuvadu bhaktundu kadaya
One who simply sings hymns is not necessarily a devotee.
This expression is used to highlight that true devotion or loyalty lies in one's character and actions, rather than outward displays, rituals, or constant flattery. In modern contexts, it is often used to criticize sycophants or 'yes-men' who praise superiors purely for personal gain rather than out of genuine respect.
మంచి ప్రాణానికి మండలము వరకు భయము లేదు
manchi prananiki mandalamu varaku bhayamu ledu
There is no fear for a good life for forty days. A strong man can exist without food for that period.
This expression suggests that an honest person with a clear conscience does not need to fear any consequences or dangers for a long time. It emphasizes that integrity provides long-term protection and peace of mind, implying that a person who lives rightly remains fearless throughout their lifetime (a 'mandala' often referring to a specific long cycle of time or the horizon).
బంగారు మనిషి ఊరేగడానికి వెడితే, ఇదే సందని భజంత్రీలు పారిపోయారట
bangaru manishi uregadaniki vedite, ide sandani bhajantrilu paripoyarata
When a golden man went on a procession, the musicians ran away thinking it was a good chance to escape.
This expression is used to describe a situation where a rare or important opportunity is wasted or ruined because of the unreliability or desertion of those meant to support it. It highlights how even the best intentions or noble projects can fail if the supporting team is not committed or acts selfishly.
పదము తప్పినా ప్రాస తప్పరాదు
padamu tappina prasa tapparadu
Even if the word is missed, the rhyme must not be missed.
This expression is used to describe a situation where someone prioritizes style, rhythm, or external appearance over the actual content or truth. In a literal sense, it refers to poetry where maintaining the rhyme (prasa) is seen as more important than the choice of words. In a general context, it refers to people who focus on sticking to a pattern or keeping up appearances even when the substance is lost.
ప్రాణం ఉన్నంత వరకు భయం లేదు
pranam unnanta varaku bhayam ledu
As long as life remains, there is no fear. Until the destined period of life has come to a close death need not be feared. While there is life there is hope.
This expression is used to convey resilience and courage. It suggests that as long as a person is alive, they have the strength to face any challenge or overcome any adversity. It is often used to motivate someone to stay brave during difficult times.
జయమున్నంత వరకూ భయం లేదు
jayamunnanta varaku bhayam ledu
As long as there is victory, there is no fear
This expression is used to signify that success and confidence eliminate fear. It suggests that when one is continuously winning or in a state of triumph, they do not feel intimidated by challenges. It is often used to motivate someone to focus on achieving success to overcome their insecurities.
ప్రాణముండేవరకు భయం లేదు
pranamundevaraku bhayam ledu
There is no fear as long as there is life.
This expression is used to convey resilience and courage. It suggests that as long as one is alive, there is still hope and no reason to succumb to fear, emphasizing that life itself is the ultimate strength.
బాస తప్పినవాడూ బండ తిరిగినవాడూ ఒకటి
basa tappinavadu banda tiriginavadu okati
A man that breaks his word and a vagrant are alike.
This proverb highlights that a person who fails to keep their word loses their credibility and status. It suggests that breaking a commitment is a sign of an unreliable character, making the person as useless or aimless as someone wasting time circling a rock.