కాకికూత బోలు కర్మబంధుల కూత
kakikuta bolu karmabandhula kuta
The cries of relatives who are only bound by fate/obligation are like the cawing of a crow.
This proverb highlights that people who associate with you only out of necessity, obligation, or for their own selfish interests are as annoying and unhelpful as a crow's cawing. Just as the crow's sound is unpleasant and lacks depth, the support or words from fair-weather or opportunistic relatives lack genuine affection and sincerity. It is used to describe hollow relationships that provide no real emotional comfort.
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కోడికూత, కాడి పూత
kodikuta, kadi puta
The crowing of the rooster, the yoking of the plow.
This expression describes the early morning routine and work ethic of a traditional farmer. It signifies that as soon as the rooster crows (dawn), the farmer is already at the field yoking the oxen to start work. It is used to emphasize punctuality, diligence, and the start of a productive day.
కాల కర్మగతుల కనిపెట్టవలెనయా
kala karmagatula kanipettavalenaya
One must observe the movements of time and fate
This expression suggests that one should be mindful and perceptive of how time and destiny unfold. It is often used to imply that instead of rushing or forcing things, one should wait and understand the natural flow of life's events and the consequences of actions over time.
అతివినయం ధూర్త లక్షణం
ativinayam dhurta lakshanam
Excessive humility is a sign of a wicked person.
This expression is used to caution that when someone acts overly humble or excessively polite beyond what is natural, they likely have hidden motives or are trying to deceive you. It suggests that extreme submissiveness often masks a cunning nature.
కాకులు నూరు కూసినా, ఒక కోకిల కూత మేలు
kakulu nuru kusina, oka kokila kuta melu
Even if a hundred crows caw, the song of one cuckoo is better.
Quality is far superior to quantity. This expression is used to emphasize that the words of one wise or talented person are more valuable than the meaningless noise of a hundred fools or mediocre people.
కనుమునాడు కాకి కూడా మునుగుతుంది
kanumunadu kaki kuda munugutundi
On Kanumu day, even a crow takes a dip.
This proverb refers to the third day of the Sankranti festival, called Kanumu. It highlights the tradition and belief that taking a ritual bath on this day is so essential that even a crow (known for its quick baths) dives deep into water. It is used to emphasize the importance of cleanliness or completing a task thoroughly on a specific auspicious day.
కాకి పిల్ల కాకికి ముద్దు
kaki pilla kakiki muddu
For the crow its young one is the loveliest.
The suggestion is that for the parents the ugly child is not ugly but very lovable. It is the unbounded love of parents for their offspring that is highlighted here.
ముక్కు మీద కోపం
mukku mida kopam
Anger on the tip of the nose
This expression is used to describe someone who is short-tempered or gets angry very quickly and easily. It implies that their anger is always 'at the ready' right on their face.
కాకుల్లో జెముడు కాకి, కూతల్లో కోకిల కూత గొప్ప
kakullo jemudu kaki, kutallo kokila kuta goppa
Among crows, the Cemudu crow; among sounds, the cuckoo's song is great
This expression is used to highlight that true quality or talent stands out among mediocrity. Just as a cuckoo is superior to many types of crows due to its voice, a person of true merit is easily distinguished from a crowd of ordinary people.
రంకుతనం వల్ల బొంకుతనం వల్ల బతుకు తీరదు.
rankutanam valla bonkutanam valla batuku tiradu.
Life cannot be sustained through adultery and lies.
This proverb emphasizes that a life built on immorality (infidelity) and dishonesty (falsehood) will never lead to a peaceful or successful conclusion. It is used to warn that character and integrity are essential for a stable life, and shortcuts through deceit or unethical behavior will eventually lead to ruin.
కూత కరణము
kuta karanamu
A karaṇam to talk. A great talker but not good at his work.
This phrase refers to someone who creates a lot of noise or makes loud announcements but possesses no real power or authority. It is used to describe a person who is all talk and no action, or someone who holds a superficial position without the actual ability to influence outcomes.