కన్ను తగిలే పుల్లను కనిపెట్టవద్దా?
kannu tagile pullanu kanipettavadda?
Should you not be careful of that which may stick into your eye? Keep an eye on your enemies.
This expression is used to emphasize the importance of foresight and caution. It suggests that one should be vigilant enough to identify and avoid obvious dangers or obstacles before they cause harm.
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ఒక కొడుకు కొడుకూ కాదు, ఒక కన్ను కన్నూ కాదు
oka koduku koduku kadu, oka kannu kannu kadu
Having only one son is like having only one eye.
This proverb highlights the vulnerability of relying on a single source of support. Just as losing one's only eye results in total blindness, depending solely on one child or a single plan is risky because if that one fails, there is no backup or alternative support system.
పేదకు తగిలె బ్రహ్మహత్య అన్నట్లు
pedaku tagile brahmahatya annatlu
As if a poor person is accused of killing a Brahmin.
This proverb describes a situation where an unfortunate person is unfairly burdened with an enormous problem or a heavy accusation that they have no capacity to handle or resolve. In traditional contexts, 'Brahmahatya' (killing a Brahmin) was considered the ultimate sin with the heaviest consequences; a poor person facing such a charge would be completely helpless.
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.
కాలిన మన్నూ కాలని మన్నూ అంటవు
kalina mannu kalani mannu antavu
Burnt earth will not adhere to unburnt. People in different positions in life cannot be very intimate.
This expression is used to describe two people or entities that are fundamentally incompatible or cannot reconcile their differences. Just as burnt clay/soil loses its binding property and cannot merge with raw, unburnt soil, people with opposing natures or those who have had a major falling out cannot be easily brought back together.
కంటికి తగిలే పుల్లను కనిపెట్టి తిరుగుమన్నారు.
kantiki tagile pullanu kanipetti tirugumannaru.
They said to look out for the stick that might hit your eye.
This proverb is a warning to be extremely cautious of immediate and obvious dangers. It suggests that one should be mindful and observant of their surroundings to avoid foreseeable harm or obstacles that are right in front of them.
కోడలు కొడుకును కంటానంటే, వద్దనే అత్త ఉంటుందా?
kodalu kodukunu kantanante, vaddane atta untunda?
If a daughter-in-law says she will give birth to a son, would any mother-in-law say no?
This expression is used to describe a situation where someone offers to do something that is universally beneficial or highly desired. It implies that no one in their right mind would refuse a proposal that brings mutual profit or happiness. It is often used when a deal or suggestion is so good that acceptance is a foregone conclusion.
ఒక కన్ను పువ్వు కన్ను, ఇంకో కన్ను కాయ కన్ను
oka kannu puvvu kannu, inko kannu kaya kannu
One eye is a flower eye, the other eye is a fruit eye.
This expression is used to describe partiality or double standards shown by a person. It refers to a situation where someone treats one person or side with kindness and favor (the soft flower) while treating another with harshness or severity (the hard unripe fruit).
ఒక కన్ను కన్నూ కాదు, ఒక కొడుకు కొడుకూ కాడు
oka kannu kannu kadu, oka koduku koduku kadu
One eye is no eye, one son is no son.
This proverb suggests that relying on a single resource or individual is risky. Just as losing one's only eye leads to total blindness, depending on an only child (or a single point of failure) leaves one vulnerable. It is used to emphasize the importance of backups, security, or having multiple supports in life.
ఈసు దెబ్బదీయను కనిపెట్టుకొనే ఉండును.
isu debbadiyanu kanipettukone undunu.
Envy always waits for an opportunity to strike a blow.
This proverb highlights the nature of jealousy and malice. It means that an envious person is always on the lookout for a chance to harm others or bring them down. It is used to warn someone to be cautious of those who harbor ill will, as they are patiently waiting for a moment of weakness to act.
దున్న తగిలితే మన్ను ముట్టవలెను
dunna tagilite mannu muttavalenu
If you touch the bullock, you must touch the soil.
This proverb emphasizes the necessity of hard work and physical labor to achieve results. It implies that if one engages in agriculture or any significant task (symbolized by the bullock), they must be prepared to get their hands dirty and work the land (the soil) to see success.