కప్పలు కూస్తే వర్షము పడినట్లు

kappalu kuste varshamu padinatlu

Translation

Like it rained because the frogs croaked

Meaning

This expression is used to describe a logical fallacy where someone attributes a natural or inevitable event to a coincidental action. It highlights how people mistakenly claim credit for things that were going to happen anyway, similar to thinking that a frog's croaking actually caused the rain to fall.

Related Phrases

If a rainbow appears, there will be rain for fifteen days.

This is a traditional Telugu folk saying or weather lore. 'Singidi' refers to a rainbow in certain regional dialects. The proverb suggests that the appearance of a rainbow is a predictive sign of a prolonged rainy spell. It is used to describe weather patterns or to indicate that a specific event might trigger a long-lasting consequence.

If it rains enough to soak six furrows, six thousand frogs will croak.

This proverb highlights how nature responds in abundance when favorable conditions are met. It is used to describe situations where a small but significant positive event triggers a large-scale, noticeable reaction or celebration. It also implies that when wealth or opportunities arrive, many people will suddenly appear to participate or take advantage of the situation.

Did the mortars sing, or did the pestles sing?

This expression is used to describe a situation where there is excessive, chaotic, or nonsensical noise where it is difficult to distinguish who is speaking or what is being said. It often refers to a group of people all talking or shouting at once, creating a cacophony where no clear meaning can be derived, much like the rhythmic but loud thumping of wooden tools.

Rain only as much as the lightning

This expression is used to describe a situation where the outcome or result is proportional to the effort or signs shown. It implies that one should not expect a massive result (heavy rain) if the indications or efforts (lightning) are minimal. It is often used to tell someone that they will get exactly what they deserve or what they have worked for, no more and no less.

Rain in the Revati nakshatra is beautiful

This proverb refers to the agricultural significance of the Revati nakshatra (the last lunar mansion). It suggests that rainfall during this period is highly beneficial and pleasant, as it helps in the final stages of crop growth and ensures a bountiful harvest. It is used to highlight the auspicious nature of rain at the right time.

Rains do not stop just because floods might occur.

This proverb conveys that essential natural processes or necessary actions do not stop just because they might lead to some difficulties. It is used to suggest that one should not stop working or progressing out of fear of potential risks or side effects that are beyond their control.

If the paddy field is ready to be harvested, the rain is great (ironic)

This expression is used to describe an event that happens at the most inconvenient or destructive time possible. Just as rain ruins a crop that is ready for harvest, it refers to a situation where a positive occurrence becomes a disaster due to its timing.

If it lightens in the west, it will rain in ten 'Gadiyas'.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb used to predict weather. A 'Gadiya' is a traditional unit of time equal to 24 minutes. The saying suggests that lightning in the western sky is a reliable sign that rainfall will occur within approximately 4 hours (10 gadiyas). It reflects the ancient wisdom of farmers who relied on natural observations for weather forecasting.

A halo around the moon indicates the arrival of rain.

This is a traditional Telugu weather proverb based on atmospheric observation. It suggests that when a ring or halo (pariveshamu) is seen around the moon, it is a sign that rainfall is imminent. In a broader sense, it is used to describe a reliable indicator of a future event.

Rain during the Swati nakshatra is a joy for the taro plant.

This is a traditional agricultural observation. It signifies that rainfall during the Swati star (an astronomical period occurring in October) is exceptionally beneficial for root crops like Colocasia (taro). It is used to describe a situation where a specific event brings immense benefits to a particular entity.