మాంసం తింటామని, ఎముకలు మెడకు కట్టుకుంటామా?
mamsam tintamani, emukalu medaku kattukuntama?
Just because we eat meat, do we tie the bones around our neck?
This proverb is used to convey that while one may enjoy certain benefits or indulge in specific habits, they don't necessarily want to carry the burdens, evidence, or negative consequences associated with them. It highlights the distinction between enjoying a pleasure and being burdened by its baggage.
Related Phrases
రోషానికి పోయి రోలు మెడకు కట్టుకున్నట్లు
roshaniki poyi rolu medaku kattukunnatlu
Going for pride and tying a mortar stone around one's neck
This expression describes a situation where someone, driven by ego or a false sense of pride, takes on a burden or makes a decision that ultimately causes them great hardship or self-destruction. It is used when someone's stubbornness or anger leads to a self-inflicted problem.
మాంసము మాంసమును పెంచును.
mamsamu mamsamunu penchunu.
Flesh increases flesh.
This proverb suggests that consuming meat or protein-rich food helps in building body mass and muscle. It is often used to emphasize the relationship between diet and physical growth, or metaphorically to imply that like attracts like.
కుక్క మాంసం తినే రకం
kukka mamsam tine rakam
A type that eats dog meat
Used to describe a person with an extremely low character, someone who is unscrupulous, or someone capable of doing anything for personal gain without any moral boundaries.
మాంసం మాంసాన్ని పెంచుతుంది
mamsam mamsanni penchutundi
Meat increases meat
This expression is used to suggest that a diet rich in protein (specifically meat) promotes physical growth and body weight. It is often cited in discussions about nutrition or body building to emphasize that consuming animal flesh helps in building one's own muscle and mass.
కుండలు, చేటలు లేవని వండుకు తినడం మానుకుంటామా?
kundalu, chetalu levani vanduku tinadam manukuntama?
Do we stop cooking and eating just because we lack pots and winnowing fans?
This expression is used to emphasize that one should not stop essential work or give up on their goals just because of a lack of resources or minor inconveniences. It suggests finding alternatives and proceeding with what is necessary for survival or progress despite obstacles.
మాంసం తింటామని ఎముకలు గుచ్చి మెళ్ళో వేసుకుంటామా?
mamsam tintamani emukalu guchchi mello vesukuntama?
Just because we eat meat, do we pierce the bones and wear them around our neck?
This proverb is used to convey that even if we have some flaws, bad habits, or associations with something negative, we don't need to display them proudly or let them define our entire identity. It emphasizes that one should keep their weaknesses or private indulgences to themselves rather than parading them.
చెయ్యి దాచుకుంటాముగాని, కులం దాచుకుంటామా?
cheyyi dachukuntamugani, kulam dachukuntama?
We may hide our hand, but can we hide our caste/lineage?
This expression suggests that while one can hide their actions, intentions, or wealth (symbolized by the hand), one's true nature, upbringing, or inherent identity cannot be concealed for long. It is often used to imply that a person's character or background will eventually reveal itself through their behavior.
మాంసం తింటామని బొక్కలు మెడలో వేసుకుంటామా?
mamsam tintamani bokkalu medalo vesukuntama?
May we hang a string of bones round the neck, saying “ we eat meat!”
This expression is used to signify that just because we have certain habits, secrets, or weaknesses, it doesn't mean we should flaunt them or make them public knowledge. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining discretion and dignity regarding one's private affairs or less-than-ideal actions.
రోషానికి రోలు మెడను కట్టుకున్నట్లు.
roshaniki rolu medanu kattukunnatlu.
Like tying a stone mortar around one's neck out of pride or spite.
This expression is used to describe a situation where a person, driven by ego, pride, or stubbornness, takes an action that only causes them self-harm or creates an unnecessary burden. It highlights the foolishness of letting one's emotions lead to a decision that is difficult to sustain or carries heavy consequences.
మాంసం తింటాడని ప్రేగులు మెడలో వేసుకొంటాడా?
mamsam tintadani pregulu medalo vesukontada?
Just because he eats meat, will he wear the intestines around his neck?
This expression is used to emphasize limits and boundaries. It means that just because someone enjoys or does something, it doesn't mean they will go to extremes or engage in the unappealing or excessive aspects of it. It is often used to tell someone to stay within their limits or to point out that a person's preference has its boundaries.