మనసు మండిగెలు చేసుకుంటే గోధుమలెవరిస్తారు?
manasu mandigelu chesukunte godhumalevaristaru?
If you just crave sweets in your mind, who will give you the wheat?
This proverb highlights that mere wishing or daydreaming does not yield results without hard work and resources. It is used to mock someone who has grand plans but lacks the means or the will to execute them, emphasizing that desire alone cannot substitute for practical effort.
Related Phrases
మనసు లేని మనుము
manasu leni manumu
An unhappy match.
This expression refers to a union or marriage entered into without the consent or emotional willingness of the individuals involved. It is used to describe a forced relationship or a task undertaken without any genuine interest or passion.
మాట కటిక, మనసు మెతక
mata katika, manasu metaka
Word is harsh, heart is soft
This expression is used to describe a person who speaks bluntly or harshly on the outside but is actually kind-hearted and compassionate on the inside. It is similar to the English idiom 'His bark is worse than his bite.'
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.
మనసు మహమ్మేరు దాటుతున్నది, కాలు కడప దాటలేదు.
manasu mahammeru datutunnadi, kalu kadapa dataledu.
The mind travels over Mahammeru, but the foot does not pass over the threshold.
This expression describes a situation where someone has grand ambitions or lofty thoughts but lacks the physical capability, resources, or courage to take even the smallest first step. It is used to point out the gap between one's vast imagination and their actual capacity for action.
Meru or Mahammeru is the fabulous mountain on which Brahmâ is said to reside attended by Rishis, &c. It appears really to be the high land of Tartary immediately north of the Himâlayas. ( Wilson ). *Twee appelen met dénen stok afwerpen.
మనసులోని వెతకు మందులేదు
manasuloni vetaku manduledu
There is no medicine for the pain in the heart
This expression refers to emotional or mental suffering that cannot be cured by physical medication. It is used to describe deep sorrow, psychological distress, or the pain of a broken heart which requires time, change, or emotional healing rather than a physician's prescription.
గోధుమలు వేస్తే బాదములు పండునా?
godhumalu veste badamulu panduna?
If you sow wheat, will almonds grow?
This expression means that the results of an action are directly determined by the effort or seed put in. It is used to point out that one cannot expect a high-quality or different outcome when they have invested in something of lesser value or performed a different action altogether. Similar to the English proverb 'As you sow, so shall you reap'.
మనసు కుదిరితే మల్లి, మనసు కుదరకపోతే ఎల్లి
manasu kudirite malli, manasu kudarakapote elli
If the heart agrees, she is Malli; if the heart does not agree, she is Elli.
This expression highlights how human perception and relationships are entirely dependent on one's mindset or mood. When you like someone or are in a good mood, you treat them with respect (Malli - a respectful name); when you are displeased or lose interest, you treat the same person with disregard (Elli - a derogatory or casual way to address someone). It is used to describe fickle-mindedness or how subjective feelings dictate one's behavior toward others.
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.
మనసుంటే మార్గం ఉంటుంది
manasunte margam untundi
If there is a heart, there will be a way
This is the Telugu equivalent of the English proverb 'Where there is a will, there is a way.' It means that if one is truly determined to achieve something, they will find a method to overcome any obstacles.
చితికిన మనసు అతకదు
chitikina manasu atakadu
A broken heart cannot be mended.
This expression is used to describe a situation where trust is shattered or deep emotional hurt is caused. Just as a crushed object cannot be restored to its original state, once a person's heart or spirit is broken by betrayal or severe disappointment, the relationship or their mental peace can never truly be the same again.