కాలికి దూరమైతే కంటికి దూరమా?
kaliki duramaite kantiki durama?
If it is far from the feet, is it far from the eyes?
This expression is used to remind someone that even if a person or thing is physically distant (out of reach or out of the house), they are still kept in one's thoughts and memories. It is often used in the context of loved ones living far away, emphasizing that physical distance does not mean they are forgotten.
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కాలికి దూరమైతే కంటికి దూరమా?
kaliki duramaite kantiki durama?
If it is far from the feet, is it far from the eyes?
This expression is used to question why someone would stop caring for or remembering someone/something just because they are no longer physically close or in constant contact. It is similar to the English proverb 'out of sight, out of mind', but used as a challenge to suggest that physical distance should not result in emotional distance or forgetfulness.
ఆమడలు దూరమైతే, అంతఃకరణలు దూరమా?
amadalu duramaite, antahkaranalu durama?
If the leagues are long, are the hearts far distant? An Âmada (4 Kôs) is a distance varying from 8 to 10 miles. Distance cannot alter true friendship.
This expression is used to convey that physical distance between people (friends, family, or lovers) does not necessarily lead to emotional distance or a lack of affection. Even if individuals are separated by great distances (Amada being an old unit of distance), their hearts and thoughts remain connected.
దుష్టునికి దూరముగా ఉండవలెను
dushtuniki duramuga undavalenu
One should stay away from the wicked.
This is a moral teaching suggesting that it is best to maintain a distance from evil or malicious people to avoid trouble and negative influence. It is used as advice to prioritize one's safety and peace of mind over trying to engage with or reform someone who has bad intentions.
గోకి దురద తెచ్చుకొన్నట్లు
goki durada techchukonnatlu
Like scratching and inviting an itch.
This expression is used to describe a situation where someone unnecessarily interferes in something or creates a problem for themselves where there wasn't one before. It is similar to the English idiom 'To look for trouble' or 'To stir a hornet's nest'.
కాలి దూరం వేరు కంటి దూరం వేరు
kali duram veru kanti duram veru
The distance of the foot is different, the distance of the eye is different.
This proverb highlights the difference between seeing a destination and actually reaching it. While an object or place might look close to the eyes, the physical effort and distance required to walk there can be significant. It is used to caution someone that planning or visualizing a task is much easier than the actual physical execution of it.
ఈ కంటికి ఈ రెప్పలు దూరమా?
i kantiki i reppalu durama?
Are these eyelids distant from this eye ?
This proverb is used to describe an inseparable relationship or an intimate bond between two people or things. It implies that certain entities are so closely linked by nature, family, or affection that they can never be truly distanced or considered strangers to one another.
Applied to any thing which can easily be tested by actual observation.
నీ ఇల్లు నా ఇంటికి ఎంత దూరమో, నా ఇల్లు నీ ఇంటికి అంతే దూరం
ni illu na intiki enta duramo, na illu ni intiki ante duram
However far your house is from mine, my house is just as far from yours.
This proverb is used to emphasize equality, reciprocity, and mutual respect in relationships. It signifies that rules, expectations, or distances apply equally to both parties. If you expect someone to visit or help you, you should be willing to do the same for them.
దుష్టునికి దూరముగా ఉండవలెను
dushtuniki duramuga undavalenu
Shun a wicked man.
This expression serves as a cautionary advice to avoid the company or proximity of evil-minded people. It implies that associating with bad characters can lead to unnecessary trouble or influence one's own reputation and character negatively.
ఆమడలు దూరమైతే అంతఃకరణాలు దూరమవుతాయా?
amadalu duramaite antahkaranalu duramavutaya?
If distances grow by miles, do the hearts grow apart too?
This expression is used to emphasize that physical distance between people (friends or family) does not necessarily lead to emotional distance or a loss of affection. It suggests that true bonds remain intact regardless of how far apart people live.
కళ్లకు దూరమైతే చెవులకు దూరమా?
kallaku duramaite chevulaku durama?
If out of sight, is it out of hearing also ?
This expression is used to suggest that even if you cannot see someone or something in person, you can still hear about them or stay in touch. It emphasizes that physical absence does not justify a complete lack of communication or information.