రంభయైన తన కుచకుంభముల్ తనచేత తాబట్టుకొనిన సుఖములేదు.
rambhayaina tana kuchakumbhamul tanacheta tabattukonina sukhamuledu.
Even if she is Rambha, there is no pleasure in holding her own breasts with her own hands.
This expression signifies that self-indulgence or self-praise lacks the fulfillment or validation that comes from others. It is used to convey that certain experiences or appreciations require a second party to be meaningful, emphasizing that one cannot derive true satisfaction solely from oneself in certain contexts.
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అంతములేని చోటులేదు, ఆది లేని ఆరంభము లేదు.
antamuleni chotuledu, adi leni arambhamu ledu.
There is no place without an end, and no beginning without a source.
This philosophical expression emphasizes the cycle of life and the law of causality. It suggests that everything that exists has a boundary or conclusion, and every event or start has a fundamental root or origin. It is often used to describe the interconnectedness of time, existence, and the universe.
అంబరంలో కుంభం, ఆదివారంలో సోమవారం
ambaramlo kumbham, adivaramlo somavaram
A pot in the sky, and Monday within a Sunday.
This expression is used to describe something that is impossible, nonsensical, or a complete fabrication. It refers to situations where someone tells a lie or presents a scenario that defies logic, much like finding a physical pot in the vacuum of space or a Monday occurring inside a Sunday.
పయోముఖ విషకుంభము
payomukha vishakumbhamu
A pot of poison with milk on the surface
This expression is used to describe a hypocritical person who appears sweet, kind, or friendly on the outside but harbors malice or evil intentions within. It is often used as a warning to be cautious of people who use flattering words to hide their true harmful nature.
అడసులో నాటిన స్తంభము
adasulo natina stambhamu
A post fixed in the mire [swinging to and fro].
This expression is used to describe a person who lacks firm determination or a situation that is unstable. Just as a pillar fixed in slushy mud lacks a solid foundation and wobbles, it refers to individuals who frequently change their opinions, stances, or decisions.
Said of a time server. To sit on two stools. (Latin.)‡ * Was Kümmerti's den Mond, wenn ihn die Hunde anbellen. † Chi mal comincia, peggio finisce. ‡ Duabus sellis sedere.
దూడ అంత దుఃఖము, పాడి అంత సుఖము లేదు.
duda anta duhkhamu, padi anta sukhamu ledu.
There is no sorrow like losing a calf, and no happiness like the yield of milk.
This proverb is used to describe the highs and lows of a livelihood or profession. Just as a farmer feels deep grief when a calf dies (a loss of future potential) but feels immense satisfaction when the cow gives milk (immediate reward), it signifies that every gain comes with its own set of risks and emotional burdens.
ముఖంలో సుఖం లేదు, మోకాళ్ళలో బిగువు లేదు
mukhamlo sukham ledu, mokallalo biguvu ledu
No happiness in the face, no strength in the knees
This expression describes a state of total exhaustion, aging, or complete lack of vitality. It is used when a person is both mentally dejected (no glow/happiness on the face) and physically weak (knees failing), indicating they are no longer fit for strenuous work or are feeling the heavy toll of hardship.
పూర్ణకుంభం
purnakumbham
Full pot
A 'Purnakumbham' is a traditional Indian vessel (usually copper or brass) filled with water and topped with mango leaves and a coconut. It symbolizes abundance, prosperity, and spiritual perfection. In Telugu culture, it is used to formally welcome honored guests, deities, or during auspicious ceremonies like housewarmings and weddings as a sign of respect and good fortune.
కుంభకోణం
kumbhakonam
Scam or Fraud
While literally referring to a famous temple town in Tamil Nadu, in common Telugu parlance, this term is used to describe a large-scale financial scandal, conspiracy, or fraudulent scheme involving high-stakes deception.
కుక్కను ఎక్కితే సుఖమూ లేదు, కూలబడితే దుఃఖమూ లేదు
kukkanu ekkite sukhamu ledu, kulabadite duhkhamu ledu
There is no pleasure in riding a dog, and no pain if it collapses.
This expression is used to describe a situation or a thing that is of very low value or trivial significance. It implies that being associated with such a person or thing brings no real benefit (honor), and losing it or failing in it causes no real loss or sorrow. It emphasizes the pointlessness of pursuing something inferior.
కుచమర్దనం వల్ల రంభకైనా సుఖం లేదు.
kuchamardanam valla rambhakaina sukham ledu.
Even the celestial nymph Rambha finds no pleasure in the mere squeezing of breasts.
This expression is used to signify that doing things roughly, superficially, or focusing only on physical force without emotional depth or proper context leads to no real satisfaction or result. It emphasizes that quality, subtlety, and genuine engagement are more important than mere physical effort or mechanical action.