కాకి గూడుపెడితే కడపటి వర్షం

kaki gudupedite kadapati varsham

Translation

If the crow builds a nest, it's the final rain.

Meaning

This is a traditional agricultural observation or weather-lore. It suggests that when a crow begins building its nest, it signifies the end of the rainy season or the arrival of the final rains for that cycle. It is used to predict seasonal shifts based on animal behavior.

Related Phrases

If a sheep's tail appears in the sky, rain is very near.

This is a traditional weather-related observation or folk saying. 'Gorre thoka' (sheep's tail) refers to cirrus or cirrocumulus clouds that look like tufts of wool or a sheep's tail. It suggests that when such cloud patterns are visible, it is a sign of an approaching weather front and imminent rainfall.

Rain only as much as the lightning

This expression is used to describe a situation where the outcome or result is proportional to the effort or signs shown. It implies that one should not expect a massive result (heavy rain) if the indications or efforts (lightning) are minimal. It is often used to tell someone that they will get exactly what they deserve or what they have worked for, no more and no less.

Rain in the Revati nakshatra is beautiful

This proverb refers to the agricultural significance of the Revati nakshatra (the last lunar mansion). It suggests that rainfall during this period is highly beneficial and pleasant, as it helps in the final stages of crop growth and ensures a bountiful harvest. It is used to highlight the auspicious nature of rain at the right time.

Rains do not stop just because floods might occur.

This proverb conveys that essential natural processes or necessary actions do not stop just because they might lead to some difficulties. It is used to suggest that one should not stop working or progressing out of fear of potential risks or side effects that are beyond their control.

If the paddy field is ready to be harvested, the rain is great (ironic)

This expression is used to describe an event that happens at the most inconvenient or destructive time possible. Just as rain ruins a crop that is ready for harvest, it refers to a situation where a positive occurrence becomes a disaster due to its timing.

If given, a boon; if kept/placed, a curse.

This expression is used to describe a volatile or eccentric person whose behavior is unpredictable. If they are happy or pleased, they are extremely generous and helpful (giving a boon), but if they are offended or in a bad mood, they can be extremely destructive or hurtful (giving a curse). It highlights the risk involved in dealing with such individuals.

If it lightens in the west, it will rain in ten 'Gadiyas'.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb used to predict weather. A 'Gadiya' is a traditional unit of time equal to 24 minutes. The saying suggests that lightning in the western sky is a reliable sign that rainfall will occur within approximately 4 hours (10 gadiyas). It reflects the ancient wisdom of farmers who relied on natural observations for weather forecasting.

Like it rained because the frogs croaked

This expression is used to describe a logical fallacy where someone attributes a natural or inevitable event to a coincidental action. It highlights how people mistakenly claim credit for things that were going to happen anyway, similar to thinking that a frog's croaking actually caused the rain to fall.

If a temple is built nearby, the rain stays far away.

This proverb is used to describe an ironic or counter-productive situation where an action intended for merit or spiritual closeness results in unexpected distance or hardship. It is often used when one's efforts to bring something closer actually push it further away.

Rain during the Swati nakshatra is a joy for the taro plant.

This is a traditional agricultural observation. It signifies that rainfall during the Swati star (an astronomical period occurring in October) is exceptionally beneficial for root crops like Colocasia (taro). It is used to describe a situation where a specific event brings immense benefits to a particular entity.