చిత్తరమైన మొగుడు ఉత్తరం వేస్తే, చింతల తోపులోకి వెళ్ళి చదివించుకుంటే ఇంకా చిత్తరంగా ఉందట

chittaramaina mogudu uttaram veste, chintala topuloki velli chadivinchukunte inka chittaranga undata

Translation

When a peculiar husband sent a letter, and it was taken to a tamarind grove to be read, it turned out even more peculiar.

Meaning

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a strange or inefficient process is made even more complicated and absurd by the way it is handled. It satirizes people who try to hide their lack of knowledge or privacy in foolish ways, only to make things more confusing or public.

Related Phrases

Rain during the Chitta star period falls wherever it pleases.

This proverb is based on agricultural observations regarding the 'Chitta' nakshatram (a specific period in the lunar calendar). It suggests that rainfall during this time is highly unpredictable and localized, falling in one spot while leaving a nearby area dry. It is used metaphorically to describe situations that are inconsistent, whimsical, or depend entirely on the unpredictable will of a person or nature.

Uttara Kumara for boasting

This expression is used to describe a person who boasts grandly or makes tall claims about their bravery and skills but fails to perform or flees when it comes to actual action. It originates from the character Uttara Kumara in the Mahabharata, who bragged about his prowess but was terrified upon seeing the Kaurava army.

If it rains during the Chitta star period, tamarind trees will bear fruit.

This is an agricultural proverb related to the rain cycles (Karti). It suggests that rainfall during the 'Chitta Karte' (a specific lunar mansion/period usually in late September or October) is crucial and highly beneficial for the yield of tamarind trees and overall crop prosperity.

Slight drizzles or pitter-patter during the Chitta nakshatra.

This is an agricultural proverb related to the rainy season and the Chitta nakshatra (constellation). It implies that even small, scattered drizzles during this period are highly beneficial for the crops and the soil, signaling the transition of seasons.

As if a portrait has come to life

This expression is used to describe something that is exceptionally realistic, beautiful, or vibrant. It is often used as a compliment for high-quality art, a very lifelike sculpture, or even to describe someone's striking beauty or presence as if a painted figure stepped out of a canvas.

The rain in Chitta Nakshatram makes the heart swell with joy.

This is a traditional agricultural saying referring to the 'Chitta' monsoon period. It implies that light showers during this specific time are highly beneficial for crops, bringing immense happiness and prosperity to farmers.

Look at Uttara and lift the basket

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the 'Uttara' Nakshatra (monsoon rain period). It implies that once the Uttara rains begin, the harvest season is ending or the rains will be so heavy that one should pack up their tools and prepare for the next stage. In a broader sense, it means to act promptly according to the signs of the environment or timing.

Take up your basket [of seed ] when you see [the sun in] Uttara. Uttara is one of the twenty-seven lunar mansions. When the sun is in Uttara there is invariably rain, and seed is then sown. Make hay while the sun shines. Know your opportunity. (Latin.)

Uttara is a specific Vedic rain star (Nakshatra). This proverb is used in an agricultural context, suggesting that when the Uttara rain arrives, it is time to harvest and pack the produce in baskets. It signifies being ready to reap the rewards of one's hard work at the right moment.

The rain of the Chitta star falls wherever it pleases.

This proverb refers to the Chitta Karthe (a specific period in the lunar calendar). It describes the unpredictable nature of rainfall during this time, which is often localized rather than widespread. In a broader sense, it is used to describe a person who acts solely according to their own whims and fancies, or situations where outcomes are highly selective and arbitrary.

If sown during the Chitta rain star period, you won't even get a handful of yield.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb referring to the Chitta Karthe (an astrological period). It suggests that crops sown during this specific time will not yield good results due to unfavorable weather conditions, emphasizing the importance of timing in farming.