కక్క తింటే, గారెలు చేదంట.
kakka tinte, garelu chedanta.
If one eats vomit, even vadas (garelu) will taste bitter.
This proverb is used to describe a person who has lost their sense of appreciation or value due to poor habits or bad company. It suggests that when someone is accustomed to something foul or inferior, they cannot enjoy or recognize the quality of something good. It is often used to mock someone who complains about good things after indulging in something bad.
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తినగా తినగా గారెలు చేదు
tinaga tinaga garelu chedu
Eating and eating, even vada tastes bitter.
This proverb suggests that even something wonderful or delicious can become tiresome or unpleasant if experienced in excess. It is used to describe the point of satiety or boredom when someone overindulges in a particular pleasure, luxury, or activity.
తినగా తినగా గారెలు చేదట
tinaga tinaga garelu chedata
Eating and eating, even the fried doughnuts (garelu) turn bitter.
This proverb describes the concept of diminishing returns or over-indulgence. Even something as delicious as 'Garelu' (a savory snack) can become unpleasant or repulsive if consumed in excess. It is used to suggest that anything, no matter how good, loses its charm or becomes tiresome when overdone or repeated too often.
తింటే గరెలు తినాలి, వింటే భారతం వినాలి.
tinte garelu tinali, vinte bharatam vinali.
If one wants to eat the tastiest, one has to eat gare, and if one wants to listen to the best,
A saying, describing a typical Telugu taste, suggests the best dish to eat and the best book to read.
కడుపు నిండిన వాడికి గారెలు చేదు
kadupu nindina vadiki garelu chedu
To a person with a full stomach, even vadas (sweets/savories) taste bitter.
This proverb describes how a person's needs and desires change based on their current state. When someone is satisfied or has plenty, they no longer value things that are otherwise considered precious or delicious. It is used to remark on people who show lack of interest or find faults in something good because they are already satiated or over-privileged.
వింటే భారతము వినవలె, తింటే గారెలు తినవలె
vinte bharatamu vinavale, tinte garelu tinavale
If you listen, listen to the Bhârata; if you eat, eat cakes.
This expression is used to describe the pinnacle of excellence in a specific category. It implies that if one wants to experience the best of something, they should choose the absolute finest. The Mahabharata is considered the greatest epic to listen to, just as Garelu (deep-fried lentil donuts) are considered the most delicious traditional snack to eat.
వింటే భారతం వినాలి, తింటే గారెలు తినాలి.
vinte bharatam vinali, tinte garelu tinali.
If you must listen, listen to the Mahabharata; if you must eat, eat Vada (Garelu).
This expression is used to highlight the absolute best or finest examples in a category. It suggests that just as the Mahabharata is the pinnacle of literature and storytelling, the Garelu (deep-fried lentil donuts) are the ultimate delicacy. It is often quoted when someone encounters something of exceptional quality.
కడుపునిండా గారెలు తింటే, వంటినిండా జ్వరము
kadupuninda garelu tinte, vantininda jvaramu
If you eat a bellyful of cakes, [you will get] a bodyful of fever.
This proverb warns about the consequences of overindulgence and greed. It suggests that excessive consumption of heavy or rich food leads to illness and physical suffering. It is used to advise moderation in eating habits and to highlight that momentary pleasure can lead to long-term discomfort.
కడుపు నిండినవానికి గారెలు చేదు
kadupu nindinavaniki garelu chedu
Cakes are bitter to a man with his belly full. A rich man will not care for trifling gains.
When someone is satisfied or has had too much of something, even the most delicious or valuable things lose their appeal and become undesirable. It is used to describe how a person's needs or state of mind dictate their appreciation of a luxury or favor.
తింటే గారెలు తినాలి, వింటే భారతం వినాలి
tinte garelu tinali, vinte bharatam vinali
If you eat, eat Garelu; if you listen, listen to the Mahabharata.
This proverb emphasizes the pursuit of excellence and quality. It suggests that if one chooses to engage in an activity, it should be the best version of it—specifically, that 'Garelu' is the ultimate delicacy and the 'Mahabharata' is the ultimate epic to listen to.
గారెలు వండాలె పెళ్ళామా అంటే వేలు చూపినట్లు
garelu vandale pellama ante velu chupinatlu
When asked to cook Vada (Garelu), showing a finger instead.
This expression describes a situation where someone gives a vague, dismissive, or minimal response when asked to perform a significant task. It refers to a person who avoids responsibility or work by making a simple gesture instead of actually putting in the effort required. It is used to mock laziness or unhelpful behavior.