మహారాజువారని మనవి చేసుకుంటే, మరి రెండు వడ్డించమన్నాడట.
maharajuvarani manavi chesukunte, mari rendu vaddinchamannadata.
When a request was made to the Emperor, he ordered two more servings to be served.
This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone approaches a superior or authority figure for relief from a burden or help with a problem, but instead of receiving help, they are burdened with even more work or responsibility. It highlights the irony of seeking mercy and receiving a double dose of the original trouble.
Related Phrases
పేదవాని స్నేహం, మహారాజు విరోధం సహింపరానివి
pedavani sneham, maharaju virodham sahimparanivi
The friendship of a poor man and the enmity of a king are both unbearable.
This proverb highlights the burdens of unbalanced relationships. A poor person's friendship may constantly require financial help you cannot provide, while a king's (or a powerful person's) enmity can lead to total destruction. It advises caution regarding the social and economic standing of those with whom we form deep bonds or conflicts.
దొమ్మదగిలి మన పశువులు రెండు చచ్చినవంటే, మనవాళ్ళవి ఎన్ని చచ్చినవని అడిగినాడట.
dommadagili mana pashuvulu rendu chachchinavante, manavallavi enni chachchinavani adiginadata.
When told that two of his own cattle died of a disease, he asked how many of his relatives' cattle died.
This proverb describes a person with a malicious or jealous mindset. Instead of worrying about his own loss, he seeks comfort or satisfaction in knowing that others have suffered more. It is used to mock people who find solace in the misfortunes of others.
మంచివాడు మంచివాడంటే, మంచమంతా కంతలు చేసినాడు.
manchivadu manchivadante, manchamanta kantalu chesinadu.
When called a good man, he made holes all over the cot.
This proverb describes a situation where someone takes undue advantage of the praise or kindness shown to them. It refers to people who, when trusted or given freedom due to their 'good' reputation, end up causing damage or acting irresponsibly. It is used to caution against blind trust or to describe someone who lacks common sense despite being called 'good'.
ఏ అన్నమైతే ఏం వరి అన్నమే వడ్డించమన్నాడట.
e annamaite em vari anname vaddinchamannadata.
Whatever rice it may be, serve me fine rice.
This proverb is used to describe a person who claims to be indifferent or humble but eventually demands the best for themselves. It highlights hypocrisy or fake modesty where someone pretends not to care about the quality of something, yet specifically asks for the superior version.
తిన్నవాడే మన్నవాడు, మన్నవాడే మహారాజు.
tinnavade mannavadu, mannavade maharaju.
He that ate prospered, and he that prospered became a Ma- hârâja.
This proverb emphasizes that health is the greatest wealth. It means that a person who can eat well (is healthy and has sufficient resources) is the one who can endure or live long, and such a healthy person is as happy and powerful as a king. It is often used to highlight the importance of nutrition and physical well-being over material riches.
అందానికి రెండు బొందలు, ఆటకు రెండు తాళాలు.
andaniki rendu bondalu, ataku rendu talalu.
Two holes in beauty; two cymbals in a dance.
This expression is used to describe a situation where excessive decoration or unnecessary additions are made to something that is already complete or simple, often leading to a lack of harmony or practical use. It highlights that adding more doesn't always mean improving quality.
Said of an ugly and bad dancer.
గద్దించే అత్త, మర్దించే మామ
gaddinche atta, mardinche mama
A scolding mother-in-law and a physically punishing father-in-law.
This expression describes a harsh or oppressive domestic environment, particularly referring to a household where elders are overly strict, demanding, and cruel toward a daughter-in-law. It is used to illustrate a situation of constant harassment and lack of peace at home.
చేసుకొన్న వారికి చేసుకొన్నంత మహాదేవ
chesukonna variki chesukonnanta mahadeva
O Mahâdêva! what a man does, that does he in full receive.
This proverb is the Telugu equivalent of 'As you sow, so shall you reap.' It implies that individuals are solely responsible for the consequences of their actions, whether good or bad. It is often used to suggest that one's current situation is a direct result of their past efforts or deeds.
పగవాణ్ణి పంచాంగ మడిగితే, మధ్యాహ్నానికి మరణమన్నాడట.
pagavanni panchanga madigite, madhyahnaniki maranamannadata.
When an enemy was asked to read the almanac (horoscope), he said death would occur by noon.
This proverb highlights that you should never expect an unbiased or favorable opinion from an enemy. Just as an enemy would predict the worst possible outcome when consulted, one should be cautious of the advice or motives of those who harbor ill will against them.
మహామహావాళ్ళు ముదుళ్ళకింద ఉంటే, గోడచాటువారికి శరణు శరణు.
mahamahavallu mudullakinda unte, godachatuvariki sharanu sharanu.
When even the greatest people are under someone's control, one must bow down to those hiding behind walls.
This expression is used to describe a situation where even highly influential or capable individuals are being suppressed or dominated by a stronger force. In such cases, people with lesser power or those who usually hide (opportunists) must be treated with extreme caution or subservience to survive. It highlights the shifting of power dynamics during times of crisis or when a superior authority takes control.