మాటలచేత మహాకాళిని నవ్వించవచ్చు
matalacheta mahakalini navvinchavachchu
One can make Goddess Mahakali laugh with words.
This expression emphasizes the power of eloquence and persuasive communication. It implies that through skillful speech, wit, or clever storytelling, one can win over even the most fearsome, stern, or difficult people.
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నవ్విన నాపచేనే పండుతుంది.
navvina napachene pandutundi.
The field that was laughed at will be the one to yield the harvest.
This proverb suggests that success often comes to those who were once ridiculed or underestimated. It is used to encourage someone to persevere despite mockery, implying that the final outcome will prove their worth.
మాటలచేత భూపతులు మన్నన లిత్తురు
matalacheta bhupatulu mannana litturu
Kings give honors because of words (speech).
This expression emphasizes the power of eloquence and diplomatic speech. It suggests that by speaking wisely, politely, and effectively, one can earn respect, favors, and high positions from authorities or powerful people (kings). It is often used to advise someone to be mindful of their speech as it determines their social standing.
మాటలచేత మాన్యాలు సంపాదించవచ్చు
matalacheta manyalu sampadinchavachchu
Through words, one can earn estates or honors.
This expression emphasizes the power of effective communication and eloquence. It suggests that if one speaks wisely, politely, or persuasively, they can gain great wealth, lands, or respect in society without physical labor.
పాలుపోసి పామును పెంచవచ్చును కానీ పడతిని నమ్మరాదు
paluposi pamunu penchavachchunu kani padatini nammaradu
You can raise a snake by feeding it milk, but you should never trust a woman.
This is a traditional, albeit misogynistic, Telugu proverb used to caution against placing absolute trust in a woman's intentions or loyalty. It suggests that even the most dangerous creature (a snake) is more predictable than the nature of a woman. It is often cited in old literature or dramatic contexts to warn about betrayal.
మాటలచేత మహారాజు బిడ్డను మనువు తెచ్చుకోవచ్చు
matalacheta maharaju biddanu manuvu techchukovachchu
With words, one can even marry a king's daughter.
This proverb emphasizes the immense power of persuasive and pleasant speech. It suggests that a person with excellent communication skills, eloquence, and a convincing tongue can achieve even the most difficult or seemingly impossible tasks, such as winning the hand of a princess.
అప్పులచేటు
appulachetu
The ruins of debt
This expression refers to a state of being overwhelmed or ruined by excessive debt. It is used to describe a situation where someone's financial stability or life is destroyed due to borrowing beyond their means.
మాటలచేత మన్ననలు పొందవచ్చు
matalacheta mannanalu pondavachchu
One can gain respect through words.
This expression emphasizes the power of speech and communication. It suggests that by speaking politely, wisely, and kindly, a person can earn the admiration and respect of others in society. It is often used to advise someone to be mindful of their language.
అగసాలిని వెలయాలిని నమ్మకూడదు.
agasalini velayalini nammakudadu.
A goldsmith and a prostitute should not be trusted.
This proverb advises caution against trusting individuals whose professions were historically associated with deceit or transactional relationships. In a broader sense, it serves as a warning to be wary of those who might prioritize personal gain or craftiness over honesty in their dealings.
ఈ చేత చేసి ఆ చేత అనుభవించినట్టు.
i cheta chesi a cheta anubhavinchinattu.
Doing with this hand, and receiving the reward with that. Said of the certain result of either a good or bad deed. As you sow you shall reap. As you make your bed, so you must lie on it.
This proverb refers to the concept of 'Instant Karma'. It describes a situation where the consequences of one's actions (good or bad) follow almost immediately, without much delay. It implies that justice or results are delivered within the same lifetime or very quickly.
మాటలతో మూటలు కొనవచ్చు
matalato mutalu konavachchu
One can buy bundles with words.
This expression refers to someone who is highly persuasive or a smooth talker. It describes a person who can achieve great things or acquire assets just by using their convincing speech and eloquence, without necessarily having the physical means or money at that moment.