కొమ్ము మాడ కూలుస్తుంది
kommu mada kulustundi
The horn will destroy the scalp/crown of the head.
This proverb is used to describe a situation where something that was meant to provide protection or support (like a horn) ends up causing destruction to its own base (the head). It is used when a person's own pride, arrogance, or someone they nurtured turns against them and leads to their downfall.
Related Phrases
తండ్రి చస్తే పెత్తనం తెలుస్తుంది, తల్లి చస్తే కాపురం తెలుస్తుంది.
tandri chaste pettanam telustundi, talli chaste kapuram telustundi.
When the father dies, one understands management; when the mother dies, one understands household responsibilities.
This proverb highlights the specific roles parents play in a family. It suggests that a child only truly understands the burden of authority and financial responsibility once the father is gone, and the intricacies of managing a home and family bonds once the mother is gone.
బర్రె కొమ్ము అంటే, యిర్రి కొమ్ము అంటాడు.
barre kommu ante, yirri kommu antadu.
When one says it is a she-buffalo's horn, the other says it is a doe's. Foolish argumentation.
This proverb is used to describe a person who is habitually argumentative or stubborn. It refers to someone who intentionally contradicts others for the sake of disagreement, even when the facts are clear. It highlights a lack of cooperation or a tendency to be contrary in every conversation.
ఏరు వస్తే వాన వెలుస్తుంది.
eru vaste vana velustundi.
When the river arrives, the rain stops.
This proverb is used to describe a situation where a minor concern or source of relief is superseded by a larger event, or specifically, that once a major outcome is achieved (the river flowing), the preliminary signs (the rain) are no longer needed. It is often used to imply that after a long-awaited result occurs, the struggles leading up to it come to an end.
ఇఱ్ఱి కొమ్ము ఈనింది, బఱ్ఱె కొమ్ము అన్నట్టు.
irri kommu inindi, barre kommu annattu.
Like saying the deer's horn gave birth, and the buffalo's horn too.
This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone blindly follows or repeats a ridiculous or impossible claim made by another person without any logical thinking. It highlights the tendency of people to agree with or amplify rumors and absurdities just because someone else started them.
నిజము నిలకడమీద తెలుస్తుంది
nijamu nilakadamida telustundi
The truth will be known with steadiness (over time).
This expression means that the truth eventually reveals itself as time passes. It is used to advise patience when someone is being falsely accused or when facts are currently obscured, suggesting that one should wait for the situation to settle for the reality to emerge.
పట్టిందల్లా బంగారమే
pattindalla bangarame
Whatever one touches becomes gold
This expression is used to describe a person who is currently experiencing a period of extreme good luck or success. Every venture they undertake or every decision they make leads to a positive outcome, similar to the legend of King Midas.
ముడ్డికి తెలుస్తుందా కొప్పు అందం?
muddiki telustunda koppu andam?
Does the backside know the beauty of the hair bun?
This is a sarcastic expression used to describe a person who lacks the taste, knowledge, or sophistication to appreciate something beautiful or valuable. It implies that a person of low standards or ignorance cannot grasp the quality of superior things.
నిజం నిలకడ మీద తెలుస్తుంది
nijam nilakada mida telustundi
Truth is known upon settling down
This expression means that the truth will eventually reveal itself over time. It is used to suggest that one should be patient when facing false accusations or confusion, as time and stability will eventually bring the facts to light.
ఇంటికొమ్ము అంటే బట్టెకొమ్ము అన్నట్లు
intikommu ante battekommu annatlu
Like saying 'buffalo horn' when someone says 'house gable'
This expression is used to describe a situation where there is a complete lack of understanding or irrelevant communication between two people. It refers to someone giving a totally unrelated or absurd answer to a question, or a listener completely misinterpreting what was said due to lack of attention or intelligence.
కాలం పోతుంది మాట నిలుస్తుంది
kalam potundi mata nilustundi
Time passes away, but the word remains
This expression emphasizes the permanence and importance of one's promises or speech. While time is fleeting and situations change, the words you speak—especially promises or insults—leave a lasting impact and are remembered long after the moment has passed. It is used to advise someone to be careful with their words or to honor their commitments.