పందికి పారులేదు, తవిదకు తప్పలేదు
pandiki paruledu, tavidaku tappaledu
The pig does not have diarrhea, but the bran is not spared.
This proverb describes a situation where an effort or resource is wasted without achieving the intended result, or when someone is blamed/burdened despite the situation not requiring it. It refers to a scenario where a pig is fed bran (tavida) to cure diarrhea (paaru), but even if the pig doesn't have the ailment, the bran is still consumed. It is used when expenses are incurred or sacrifices are made unnecessarily.
Related Phrases
మొండికి సిగ్గులేదు, మొరడకు గాలిలేదు.
mondiki sigguledu, moradaku galiledu.
A stubborn person has no shame, and a tree stump has no air.
This proverb is used to describe a person who is utterly shameless and indifferent to criticism. Just as a dead, leafless tree stump is unaffected by the wind and cannot breathe or sway, a thick-skinned or stubborn person remains unmoved by insults, advice, or social embarrassment.
వయసు తప్పినా వయారము తప్పలేదు.
vayasu tappina vayaramu tappaledu.
Though he is old he is still a fop.
This expression is used to describe someone who maintains their elegance, charm, or style despite growing old. It suggests that while physical youth may fade, one's poise and attractive demeanor remain intact.
మున్నూటి కులానికి ముప్పు లేదు, మొండికాలికి చెప్పు లేదు.
munnuti kulaniki muppu ledu, mondikaliki cheppu ledu.
There is no danger for the Munnuru caste, and there is no sandal for a stumped leg.
This is a traditional Telugu proverb or 'Sameta'. Historically, it refers to the resilience and self-sufficiency of the Munnuru Kapu community, suggesting they are a strong, risk-free collective. The second part is a literal observation used for rhyming or emphasis, implying that just as a deformed or amputated leg cannot wear a standard sandal, certain things in life are fixed or beyond typical constraints.
తాగినవాడి తప్పకు తగవులేదు
taginavadi tappaku tagavuledu
There is no point in arguing about the mistake of a drunkard.
This proverb suggests that it is futile to engage in a dispute or hold a drunk person accountable for their actions while they are under the influence, as they lack sense and reasoning. It is used more broadly to advise against arguing with someone who is irrational or not in their right mind.
వయసు తప్పినా ఒయ్యారం తప్పలేదు.
vayasu tappina oyyaram tappaledu.
Age has passed, but the gracefulness has not.
This proverb is used to describe someone who continues to maintain their stylishness, vanity, or flirtatious behavior even as they grow old. It is often used in a slightly mocking or sarcastic way to suggest that someone's behavior no longer suits their age, or more literally, to remark that someone has aged but still retains their charm.
బిచ్చానికి పోయినా బిగువు తప్పలేదు, దుప్పటి పోయినా వల్లెవాటు తప్పలేదు
bichchaniki poyina biguvu tappaledu, duppati poyina vallevatu tappaledu
Even when going to beg, the arrogance didn't drop; even when the blanket was lost, the style of wearing the cloth didn't change.
This proverb describes a person who, despite being in a destitute or miserable condition, refuses to give up their false pride, vanity, or pretentiousness. It is used to mock people who maintain an air of superiority or maintain expensive habits even when they are bankrupt or in need of help.
కాశీకి పోయినా కర్మం తప్పలేదు
kashiki poyina karmam tappaledu
Even after going to Kashi, one's fate/karma cannot be escaped.
This expression means that a person's destiny or the consequences of their past actions follow them regardless of where they go or what pilgrimages they undertake. It is used to describe situations where someone tries to escape their problems or bad luck by changing their location, only to find the same difficulties persisting.
కాశీకి పోయినా విడాకులు తప్పలేదట
kashiki poyina vidakulu tappaledata
Even after going to Kashi, the divorce was inevitable.
This proverb is used to describe a situation where an unfortunate fate or a persistent problem follows someone regardless of where they go or what sacred actions they perform. It implies that certain consequences or inherent natures cannot be escaped simply by changing one's location or seeking divine intervention.
వయసు తప్పినా వయ్యారం తప్పలేదు
vayasu tappina vayyaram tappaledu
The age has passed, but the elegance/grace hasn't left.
This expression is used to describe someone who continues to maintain their stylish appearance, vanity, or graceful mannerisms even as they grow old. It suggests that while their youth is gone, their desire for beauty or their charming conduct remains unchanged.
బిచ్చానికి పోయినా బిగువు తప్పలేదు, దుప్పటి పోయినా వల్లెవాటు తప్పలేదు
bichchaniki poyina biguvu tappaledu, duppati poyina vallevatu tappaledu
Although he goes to beg his pride is not diminished, although his cloth has gone the scarf is not removed from his neck.
This proverb describes a person who maintains an air of false pride or arrogance even after losing everything or falling into a miserable state. It is used to mock someone who refuses to let go of their vanity despite being in a position where they must beg or rely on others.
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