దూరపు కొండలు నునుపు.
durapu kondalu nunupu.
Distant hills appear smooth.
People or things appear fascinating from a distance, as distance lends them charm. One should not be lured by false charms but should judge people after observing them closely.
Related Phrases
కొండలు పడ్డ కొన్నాళ్ళకు కోనలూ పడును
kondalu padda konnallaku konalu padunu
After the mountains fall, the valleys will also fall in a few days.
This expression refers to the inevitable ripple effect of a major catastrophe or the downfall of a powerful entity. It implies that when great people or large institutions collapse, those who depend on them or are associated with them (the smaller entities) will eventually face the same fate soon after.
కొండలు పిండి కొట్టినట్లు
kondalu pindi kottinatlu
Like grinding mountains into powder
This expression is used to describe a person who possesses extraordinary strength, capability, or determination. It characterizes someone who can achieve seemingly impossible tasks or overcome massive obstacles with great ease or force.
దూరపు కొండలు నునుపు, దగ్గరికి పోతే రాళ్లూ గుండ్లూ
durapu kondalu nunupu, daggariki pote rallu gundlu
Mountains are smooth at a distance, but rugged when near. 'Tis distance lends enchantment to the view, And robes the mountain in its azure hue. Campbell.
Things often look attractive and perfect from a distance, but their flaws and difficulties become apparent once you experience them closely. It is the Telugu equivalent of the English proverb 'The grass is always greener on the other side' or 'Distances lend enchantment to the view.' It is used to caution someone who is overly optimistic about something they haven't experienced firsthand.
దూరపు కొండలు నునుపు, దగ్గరికిపోతే రాళ్లూ గుండ్లు
durapu kondalu nunupu, daggarikipote rallu gundlu
Distant hills look smooth, but if you go closer, they are full of rocks and boulders.
This proverb is equivalent to 'Distance lends enchantment to the view' or 'The grass is always greener on the other side'. It implies that things often look attractive from a distance, but when examined closely or experienced firsthand, their flaws and difficulties become apparent.
అండలుంటే కొండలు దాటవచ్చు.
andalunte kondalu datavachchu.
If you have support, you can cross mountains.
This proverb emphasizes the power of having backing or support (financial, social, or emotional). It suggests that with the right assistance or a strong foundation, one can overcome even the most formidable obstacles that would be impossible to tackle alone.
బంగారపు కత్తి
bangarapu katti
A golden knife. Said of something of intrinsic value but of no utility.
This expression is used to describe something that is beautiful or attractive but nonetheless harmful or dangerous. Just because a knife is made of gold, it doesn't mean it won't cut; it implies that one should not be deceived by outward elegance when the inherent nature is destructive.
గోరంతను కొండంత చేయడం
gorantanu kondanta cheyadam
Making a mountain out of a molehill (Literally: making a fingernail-sized thing as big as a mountain)
This expression is used to describe someone who exaggerates a very small issue or minor incident into something massive or significant. It is typically applied when someone overreacts or blows a situation out of proportion.
కోడిగుడ్డుతో కొండలు బద్దలు కొట్టగలడా?
kodigudduto kondalu baddalu kottagalada?
Can one break mountains with an egg?
This expression is used to highlight the futility of attempting a massive or impossible task using inadequate or fragile tools. It mocks someone who tries to challenge a much stronger opponent or solve a major problem with insufficient resources.
దూరపు కొండలు నునుపు
durapu kondalu nunupu
Distant hills look smooth.
This proverb is used to describe how things often seem more attractive or better from a distance than they actually are. It suggests that when you are far away from a situation or object, you don't see the flaws, challenges, or rough edges that become apparent only upon closer inspection or involvement.
అండ ఉంటే కొండలు దాటవచ్చు
anda unte kondalu datavachchu
If there is support, mountains can be crossed.
This proverb emphasizes the power of support and encouragement. It suggests that even the most daunting tasks or 'mountainous' challenges can be overcome if one has the backing of a strong mentor, family, or resource.