కలిగి ఉంటేనే కామిత ఫలములు కలిగేది.
kaligi untene kamita phalamulu kaligedi.
Desired results are achieved only when you possess (resources or effort).
This expression emphasizes that one must have the necessary means, resources, or internal drive to achieve their desires. It suggests that success doesn't happen in a vacuum; you must 'have' or 'possess' the foundation to reap the fruits of your labor.
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ఎంత ప్రాప్తో అంత ఫలము
enta prapto anta phalamu
The result is proportional to one's destiny/fate.
This proverb is used to express that no matter how much effort is put in, one will only receive what is destined or allotted to them by fate. It is often used to counsel patience or to explain why someone didn't get more than they expected despite their hard work.
వయసు కలిగినవాడే వనిత వలపు
vayasu kaliginavade vanita valapu
Only a man with age (youth) is a woman's love.
This expression suggests that youth and physical vigor are primarily what attract a woman's romantic interest. It implies that a woman's affection is naturally drawn towards a youthful and energetic partner rather than an elderly person.
పాటు కలిగితే కూటికి కొదవా?
patu kaligite kutiki kodava?
If you get work, will food be wanting ?
This proverb emphasizes the value of hard work and self-reliance. It means that as long as a person is willing to put in physical effort and work hard, they will never have to worry about basic necessities like food. It is used to encourage someone to be industrious rather than lazy or dependent on others.
నేరము కలిగిన చోటనే కారుణ్యము
neramu kaligina chotane karunyamu
Where there is a fault, there is also compassion.
This expression suggests that forgiveness and mercy are most relevant and necessary precisely where a mistake or crime has occurred. It is used to advocate for a humane approach or empathy toward those who have erred, implying that justice should be tempered with grace.
నలిగి ఉన్నప్పుడు తొలగి ఉండమన్నారు
naligi unnappudu tolagi undamannaru
When you are exhausted or worn out, stay away/rest.
This expression is used to advise someone that when they are tired, frustrated, or physically/mentally drained, it is best to distance themselves from tasks or social interactions to avoid errors or conflicts. It emphasizes the importance of taking a break and stepping back during difficult times.
మిన్ను విరిగినా, కన్ను పోయినా కారకమానవు
minnu virigina, kannu poyina karakamanavu
Even if the sky breaks or an eye is lost, you will not stop doing it.
This expression is used to describe an extremely stubborn person or someone who is persistent to a fault. It suggests that regardless of major disasters or personal injury, the individual refuses to change their course of action or stop a specific behavior.
కొడుకు కలిగినంత కులముద్ధరించునా?
koduku kaliginanta kulamuddharinchuna?
Will the mere birth of a son uplift the lineage?
This expression suggests that simply having a son does not bring honor or progress to a family or community; rather, it is his virtues, character, and actions that truly matter. It is often used to emphasize quality of character over mere existence or gender.
రెండు చేతులు కలిస్తేనే చప్పట్లు అవుతాయి
rendu chetulu kalistene chappatlu avutayi
Only when two hands come together, a clap is made.
This proverb is the Telugu equivalent of 'It takes two to tango.' It is used to suggest that in a conflict or a collaborative effort, one person alone is usually not responsible; both parties involved contribute to the outcome or the argument.
కలిగిన వారి పిల్లకు కాలి చెప్పు కరువా?
kaligina vari pillaku kali cheppu karuva?
Is there a shortage of footwear for the children of the wealthy?
This proverb suggests that for people with abundant resources or power, even their smallest needs are easily met without effort. It is used to describe a situation where someone influential never lacks support, opportunities, or basic necessities, implying that luxury and convenience come naturally to those in high positions.
పాటు కలిగితే కూటికి కొదువా
patu kaligite kutiki koduva
If there is hard work, will there be a shortage of food?
This proverb emphasizes the dignity and reward of labor. It means that as long as a person is willing to work hard and put in the effort, they will never have to worry about basic necessities like food. It is used to encourage industriousness and self-reliance.