చెడిందిరా పిల్ల అంటే, చేరిందిరా తెనాలి అన్నట్లు
chedindira pilla ante, cherindira tenali annatlu
When said 'the girl is ruined', it means 'she has reached Tenali'
This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone who is already in trouble or has lost their reputation moves to a place or joins a group known for further indulgence or lack of discipline. Historically, Tenali was satirically associated with a carefree or hedonistic lifestyle in folk sayings. It refers to a person's path going from bad to worse.
Related Phrases
రాగం తప్పిందిరా అంటే యతికి మతిలేదురా అన్నాట్ట
ragam tappindira ante yatiki matiledura annatta
When told the melody was missed, he said the 'Yati' (alliteration) has no sense.
This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone gives an irrelevant or illogical response to cover up their mistake. It refers to a person who, when criticized for a flaw in their singing (raga), tries to deflect by pointing out a non-existent flaw in the poetic structure (yati), essentially talking nonsense to avoid admitting fault.
కన్నతల్లి కడుపు చూస్తుంది, కట్టుకున్నది వీపు చూస్తుంది
kannatalli kadupu chustundi, kattukunnadi vipu chustundi
The birth mother looks at the stomach, the wife looks at the back.
This proverb highlights the difference in perspectives of caregivers. A mother is primarily concerned with her child's well-being and whether they have eaten (the stomach), whereas a wife or the world may look at what the person has brought home or their capacity for labor (the back/burden). It is used to describe the selfless nature of maternal love compared to the practical expectations of other relationships.
ధారలేని తిండి దయ్యపు తిండిరా.
dharaleni tindi dayyapu tindira.
Food eaten without offering (a libation/offering) is like a devil's meal.
This expression emphasizes the importance of gratitude and tradition. It suggests that eating without offering a small portion to God, ancestors, or nature (a practice known as 'dhara' or 'bali') is uncivilized or inauspicious. It is used to teach manners, spiritual mindfulness, and the value of sharing before consuming.
అయిందిరా పెండ్లి అంటే, అణిగిందిరా రంది అన్నాడట.
ayindira pendli ante, anigindira randi annadata.
When told 'The wedding is over,' he replied, 'The anxiety has finally subsided.'
This proverb is used to describe a sense of relief after a major, stressful task or responsibility is completed. It highlights the mental burden one carries until a significant event (like a wedding in the family) is successfully concluded, after which the person can finally find peace of mind.
నిజం చెప్పరావమ్మా అంటే కూనకు పిల్లపుట్టింది అన్నట్టు
nijam chepparavamma ante kunaku pillaputtindi annattu
When asked to come and tell the truth, she said the kitten has given birth to a baby.
This expression is used to describe a situation where someone gives a completely irrelevant, evasive, or nonsensical answer to avoid telling the truth or to dodge a direct question. It highlights the absurdity of the excuse provided.
ఆవు మేతలేక చెడింది, పైరు చూడకుంటే చెడింది.
avu metaleka chedindi, pairu chudakunte chedindi.
The cow was ruined for lack of fodder, the crop was ruined for lack of supervision.
This proverb emphasizes the importance of constant care and maintenance. Just as a cow becomes weak or dies without food, a crop will fail if the farmer does not regularly monitor and protect it. It is used to suggest that any venture or asset requires diligent attention to thrive.
సింగారించుకున్నావేమే చిన్నదానా అంటే చలిగా ఉందిరా పులి మావ అందిట
singarinchukunnaveme chinnadana ante chaliga undira puli mava andita
When asked, 'Why have you dressed up so beautifully, young girl?', she replied, 'It's cold, Tiger uncle.'
This expression is used to describe a situation where someone gives a completely irrelevant or evasive answer to a direct question, usually to hide their true intentions or because they were caught doing something they shouldn't be doing.
పిల్లను గిల్లి తొట్టె ఊపినట్లు, అడ్డాడ పడ్డదిరా అంటే ఉండు అంబలి తాగి వస్తానన్నట్లు
pillanu gilli totte upinatlu, addada paddadira ante undu ambali tagi vastanannatlu
Like pinching a child and then rocking the cradle; or like saying 'let me drink porridge first' when told a disaster has struck.
This expression combines two sentiments: first, being the secret cause of a problem while pretending to offer a solution (hypocrisy); second, showing extreme indifference or laziness when urgent action is required.
రాజుగారి మేడలో గువ్వ చేరింది, రాణీగారి మేడమీద గోరింక చేరింది.
rajugari medalo guvva cherindi, ranigari medamida gorinka cherindi.
A dove entered the King's palace, and a myna entered the Queen's palace.
This expression is used to describe a situation where harmony, beauty, or auspicious events are occurring in multiple places or among different parties. It can also be used as a rhythmic or poetic way to describe the presence of love and joy in a household or relationship.
కొంప కాలుతోందిరా అంటే నీళ్ళు కాచుకుందాం అన్నాట్ట
kompa kalutondira ante nillu kachukundam annatta
When told the house is on fire, he said let's heat some water.
This proverb describes a person who is incredibly foolish, opportunistic, or indifferent to a crisis. It is used when someone tries to find a small personal benefit or suggests a trivial action in the middle of a massive disaster or an emergency situation.