చేటు కాలమైన చెరుప నల్పుడె చాలు
chetu kalamaina cherupa nalpude chalu
When the time for ruin comes, even a mean person is enough to cause destruction.
This expression suggests that during bad times, or when someone is fated for a downfall, it doesn't take a mighty force to destroy them; even a petty or insignificant person can cause their undoing. It is used to highlight how vulnerability increases during a period of misfortune.
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చేనిపంట చేరడైనా చాలు
chenipanta cheradaina chalu
Even a handful of harvest from one's own field is enough.
This expression emphasizes the value of self-reliance and the satisfaction derived from one's own honest labor. It suggests that a small amount earned or produced through one's own effort is more gratifying and honorable than a large amount obtained through other means or dependency.
అల్పుడెపుడు పలుకు ఆడంబరము గాను
alpudepudu paluku adambaramu ganu
A person of low character always speaks with great pomp and show.
This expression suggests that people with little substance, knowledge, or character tend to brag and make the most noise, whereas a wise or noble person remains calm and composed. It is similar to the English proverb 'Empty vessels make the most noise'.
ఎంతవానికైనా వేపుడు మంగలమైనా ఎరువు కావాలి.
entavanikaina vepudu mangalamaina eruvu kavali.
No matter how great one is, one needs even a parching pan to be on loan.
This proverb highlights human interdependence. It means that no matter how wealthy, powerful, or influential a person is, they will eventually encounter a situation where they need help or a small resource from others. It is used to caution against arrogance and to remind people that everyone needs a community.
మంచి కొంచెమైనా చాలు, విత్తనం చిన్నదైనా చాలు!
manchi konchemaina chalu, vittanam chinnadaina chalu!
Goodness, even if small, is enough; a seed, even if tiny, is enough!
This proverb emphasizes that quality matters more than quantity. Just as a tiny seed has the potential to grow into a massive tree, a small amount of goodness or a single positive action can have a significant and lasting impact. It is used to encourage people that even small contributions or virtuous acts are valuable.
కాలంలో విత్తనాలు కలలోనైనా చల్లాలి.
kalamlo vittanalu kalalonaina challali.
Seeds must be sown in the right season, even if it is only in a dream.
This proverb emphasizes the critical importance of timing and punctuality. It suggests that certain tasks must be performed during their designated time to be successful. Even if one is unable to do it physically, the intent and preparation should be there, highlighting that missing a seasonal opportunity leads to failure.
దేవుడు చెరిపిన ఇల్లు దేవాంగి చెరుపుతాడు
devudu cheripina illu devangi cheruputadu
A house ruined by God will be further ruined by a spider.
This proverb describes a situation where someone who is already suffering from great misfortune or divine ill-fate is further troubled by a small, insignificant person or minor problem. It is used when a person in a weak position is bullied or exploited by someone even less powerful.
చేటు కాలానికి చెడ్డ బుద్దులు
chetu kalaniki chedda buddulu
Bad thoughts come during bad times.
This proverb is used to describe a situation where a person starts making poor decisions or loses their sense of judgment when they are facing a period of misfortune or ruin. It suggests that one's intellect or character often declines when their downfall is near.
కాని కాలాన ఆలే పెండ్లామైంది
kani kalana ale pendlamaindi
In bad times, one's own wife becomes a problem/burden.
This expression is used to describe a string of bad luck or an unfortunate period in life where even the things or people meant to support you (like a spouse) seem to turn against you or become sources of trouble. It highlights how everything goes wrong when time is not in your favor.
కొంప చెరుపకురా సుపుత్రా
kompa cherupakura suputra
O good son, do not ruin the house/family.
This is a sarcastic expression used to warn someone whose actions are causing significant harm, disgrace, or financial loss to their own family or household. While 'Suputra' literally means 'good son', it is used ironically here to point out the person's irresponsible behavior.
అల్పుడెపుడు బల్కు ఆడంబరముగాను
alpudepudu balku adambaramuganu
A mean person always speaks with great pomp.
This expression is used to describe how people with shallow knowledge or low character tend to brag and make a lot of noise, whereas wise or noble people remain humble and composed. It is similar to the English proverb 'Empty vessels make the most noise.'