రాణివాసం వచ్చి మూలవాసం పీకిందట.
ranivasam vachchi mulavasam pikindata.
The queen's residence came and uprooted the original residence.
This proverb is used to describe a situation where a newcomer or a later arrival displaces, dominates, or destroys the original inhabitant or established system. It is similar to the English expression 'the camel getting its nose under the tent' but specifically refers to a newer entity taking over the place of an older, existing one.
Related Phrases
ఆడపిల్ల ఆశ, మూలవాసం గుంజుకపోయేవరకు తీరదు.
adapilla asha, mulavasam gunjukapoyevaraku tiradu.
A woman's desires do not end until the main wooden beam of the house is pulled away.
This proverb describes the deep emotional bond a woman maintains with her parents' home. It suggests that her longing for her childhood home and the family she grew up with lasts throughout her entire life, ending only with her death (symbolized by the destruction or dismantling of the family house).
వసంతం వచ్చింది కోకిల కూసింది.
vasantam vachchindi kokila kusindi.
Spring has arrived, and the cuckoo has sung.
This expression is used to describe a natural or harmonious sequence of events where everything happens as it should at the right time. It signifies the onset of a beautiful season or a positive change, often used metaphorically to indicate that good times or expected outcomes have finally manifested.
కోడికి కులాసం లేదు, కోమటికి విశ్వాసం లేదు.
kodiki kulasam ledu, komatiki vishvasam ledu.
A fowl has no happiness and a Kômaṭi has no feeling. The Kômaṭis are a class of shopkeepers.
This proverb describes the inherent nature of certain entities. It suggests that a hen is always busy scratching the ground for food (never resting), and traditionally implies that in business, a merchant prioritizes profit over personal loyalty or trust. It is used to describe situations where constant restlessness or self-interest is expected.
కాడికిందకు వచ్చిన గొడ్డు, చేతికిందకు వచ్చిన బిడ్డ
kadikindaku vachchina goddu, chetikindaku vachchina bidda
The ox that has come under the yoke, and the child who has come to hand.
This proverb highlights two stages of life where support is expected. Just as an ox is ready to share the burden of farm work once it fits the yoke, a child is expected to assist and support their parents once they grow up and become capable. It refers to the point when a person or animal becomes productive and helpful to the family.
కాలిన గుడిసెకు పీకిన వాసమే లాభం.
kalina gudiseku pikina vasame labham.
For a burnt hut, whatever rafters can be pulled out are the only profit.
This proverb is used to describe a situation of total loss where one should be grateful for whatever little can be salvaged. It is similar to the English expression 'to make the best of a bad bargain' or 'saving what little remains.' It suggests that when a disaster occurs, even a small recovery is better than nothing.
విశ్వాసం తప్పిన పీనుగు, మోసినవాడిని పట్టిందట.
vishvasam tappina pinugu, mosinavadini pattindata.
A corpse that has lost its faith/loyalty is said to have caught the person who carried it.
This proverb is used to describe an ungrateful person who causes trouble for the very person who helped or supported them during a difficult time. It highlights the irony and bitterness of being betrayed by someone you served or rescued.
అన్నరసం కన్న ఆదరణరసం మేలు
annarasam kanna adaranarasam melu
Kind hospitality is better than the flavor of the food itself.
This proverb emphasizes that how one is treated (with respect and warmth) is more important than the quality of the meal being served. It is used to highlight that heartfelt hospitality and a welcoming attitude hold more value than material offerings or luxury.
అత్త చచ్చిన ఆరు మాసములకు కోడలి కంట నీరు వచ్చినదట
atta chachchina aru masamulaku kodali kanta niru vachchinadata
Six months after the death of the mother-in-law, tears came into the eyes of the daughter-in-law.
This proverb describes a situation where a person shows a delayed, insincere, or hypocritical emotional reaction. It is used to mock someone who pretends to care about a loss or an event long after it happened, or when their reaction is clearly performative rather than genuine.
వీసం ఇచ్చి వాసానికి ఒడ్డినట్లు
visam ichchi vasaniki oddinatlu
Like giving a small fraction and aiming for a heavy beam.
This proverb is used to describe a person who invests something very small or trivial (Veesam) and expects a huge return or result (Vaasam - a heavy roof beam). It highlights disproportionate expectations, greed, or someone trying to gain a large advantage with a negligible effort or investment.
వైరాగ్యం కోసం పురాణం వింటే పచ్చి శృంగారం వంటపట్టిందట.
vairagyam kosam puranam vinte pachchi shringaram vantapattindata.
When listening to the Puranas to attain detachment, one instead absorbed pure erotica.
This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone's efforts lead to the exact opposite of the intended noble result. It refers to people who pretend to seek spiritual enlightenment or discipline but end up focusing on worldly or base desires instead.