కలవారి ఆడపడుచుకు కాకరకాయైనా కానరాదు
kalavari adapaduchuku kakarakayaina kanaradu
Even a bitter gourd is not visible to the daughter-in-law of a wealthy family.
This proverb is used to describe someone who has become so blinded by their wealth or status that they fail to see or acknowledge even the smallest or most obvious things. It suggests that extreme prosperity can sometimes lead to arrogance or a lack of perception regarding simple realities.
Related Phrases
మదురు గోడ మడియైనా కావలె, మాటకారి మగడైనా కావలె.
maduru goda madiyaina kavale, matakari magadaina kavale.
Either a backyard garden wall is needed, or a husband who is a smooth talker is needed.
This proverb highlights the necessity of protection or advocacy. Just as a wall protects a crop (madi) from intruders or animals, a clever or articulate husband protects his family from being taken advantage of by society. It is used to suggest that one needs either physical security or a clever person to handle external worldly affairs effectively.
వినరాదు, కనరాదు, అనరాదు.
vinaradu, kanaradu, anaradu.
Should not hear, should not see, should not say.
This expression is the Telugu equivalent of the 'Three Wise Monkeys' principle (See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil). It serves as a moral guideline advising people to avoid listening to gossip or negativity, refrain from witnessing bad deeds, and avoid speaking ill of others or using harsh language.
పడ్డకు పడుచుకు పలుపు కడితే వెంట పడతారు
paddaku paduchuku palupu kadite venta padataru
If you tie a halter to a young buffalo or a young girl, they will follow you.
This is a traditional saying used to describe how certain people or animals can be easily led or controlled if given the right incentive or restraint at the right time. It suggests that once a connection or bond (symbolized by the 'palupu' or halter) is established, they will follow along. It is often used in a humorous or colloquial context regarding the behavior of youth.
కలవారింటి ఆడపడుచుకు కాకరకాయ కానరాదు.
kalavarinti adapaduchuku kakarakaya kanaradu.
A girl who has come from a rich man's house cannot even look at a Kâkarakâya. Kâkarakâya is the Memordica Charantia. Puffed up with pride.
This proverb is used to describe people who live in luxury or abundance and lose touch with reality or fail to notice small, common, or unpleasant things. It implies that when one is surrounded by riches, they might overlook simple hardships or become indifferent to things that are obvious to others.
కలవారింటి ఆడపడుచుకు కాకరకాయ కానరాదు
kalavarinti adapaduchuku kakarakaya kanaradu
A daughter-in-law in a wealthy household cannot see a bitter gourd.
This proverb is used to describe a person who is so overwhelmed by luxury, abundance, or variety that they fail to notice or appreciate simple, common things. It highlights how someone living in extreme plenty might overlook the obvious or the basic necessities because their attention is focused on more extravagant things.
మునగకాయకు తగిన ముండ్లు, కాకరకాయకు తగిన కరకులు.
munagakayaku tagina mundlu, kakarakayaku tagina karakulu.
Thorns suited for the drumstick, and roughness suited for the bitter gourd.
This proverb implies that every individual or situation has its own unique set of flaws or characteristics that are inherent to their nature. It is often used to suggest that a person has found a match or a consequence that perfectly fits their specific temperament or behavior, similar to the English expression 'to each their own' or 'fitting for one's nature.'
వెలమ పొందు వెయ్యేండ్లు చేసినా కాసువీసమైనా కానరాదు
velama pondu veyyendlu chesina kasuvisamaina kanaradu
Even if you maintain a friendship with a Velama for a thousand years, you won't see even a single cent of benefit.
This is a traditional proverb (Sameta) used to describe a relationship where one party is perceived as stingy or excessively frugal. It suggests that despite long-term loyalty or association with certain people, one might not receive any material or monetary favors in return. It is often used to caution against expecting financial help from those who are known to be miserly or strictly business-minded.
కాని కాలానికి కంది అయినా కాయదు
kani kalaniki kandi ayina kayadu
In bad times, even a pigeon pea plant will not bear fruit
This proverb describes a period of misfortune where even the simplest or most reliable tasks fail to yield results. It is used to express that when luck is against someone, even their best efforts and usually dependable resources will let them down.
చదవక ముందు కాకరకాయ, చదివిన తర్వాత కీకరకాయ
chadavaka mundu kakarakaya, chadivina tarvata kikarakaya
Before reading it is a bitter gourd, after reading it is a 'keekarakaya'.
This expression is used to mock someone who pretends to have gained immense knowledge after studying but only ends up being more confused or making nonsensical claims. It highlights the irony of education failing to bring clarity or when someone makes up words to sound sophisticated.
పాడుచున్న ఇల్లు తుడుచుకుపోతుంది
paduchunna illu tuduchukupotundi
A house that sings (is overly festive/extravagant) will eventually be swept away.
This proverb serves as a warning against excessive extravagance and living beyond one's means. It suggests that a household focused only on constant celebration and wasteful spending, rather than saving or maintenance, will eventually face financial ruin and lose everything.