రౌతు దిగాలంటున్నాడు, గుట్టం ఎగరాలంటున్నది

rautu digalantunnadu, guttam egaralantunnadi

Translation

The rider wants to get down, but the horse wants to leap.

Meaning

This proverb describes a situation where two parties have completely opposite intentions or conflicting goals. It is often used to describe lack of coordination or when circumstances are pulling in two different directions at the same time.

Related Phrases

When asked what the teacher was saying, he replied that the teacher was writing lies and correcting them.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone is engaged in a pointless, self-serving, or dishonest activity. It specifically mocks people who create their own problems (or falsehoods) just to appear busy or virtuous by fixing them. It highlights the absurdity of circular logic or redundant, deceptive work.

The village tells you to leave, the graveyard tells you to come.

This proverb is used to describe someone who is very old and near the end of their life. It signifies that their time in the world of the living (the village) is over, and they are ready for the afterlife or burial ground (the graveyard).

If he mounts, he is a horse rider; if he dismounts, he is a foot soldier.

This expression describes a person's extreme versatility or their ability to adapt to any situation, no matter how high or low. It is often used to refer to someone who is a 'jack of all trades' or someone who can carry out a task with great dignity but is also willing to do the humble grunt work when required.

Can termites infect fire?

This expression is used to state that a person of high integrity, purity, or strength cannot be corrupted or harmed by petty accusations or external evils. Just as termites can destroy wood but are instantly consumed by fire, true virtue remains untouched by malice.

If you beat the dog, it fouls the whole house.

This expression is used when a small action or interference in a messy situation leads to more trouble or creates a larger nuisance. It highlights how certain interventions can backfire and spread a problem everywhere rather than solving it.

* Setz einen Frosch auf golden Stuhl, Er hupft doch wieder in den Pfuhl.

The village says "go," the cemetery says "come."

This expression is used to describe a person who is extremely old or in the final stages of their life. It metaphorically suggests that the living world (the village) is ready to see them go, while the land of the dead (the graveyard) is waiting to welcome them.

About to die. He is burnt to the socket.

The one who cannot jump to reach the 'Utti' (low hanging net) says he will fly to heaven.

This proverb is used to mock someone who makes grand, ambitious claims or attempts complex tasks when they are incapable of performing even the simplest or most basic actions. It highlights the gap between a person's actual abilities and their unrealistic boasts.

Horse behaves (runs) to suit (the ability of) the rider.

The worker in any setup works as directed/controlled by the master. If the master/manager is incompetent/lenient, there will be no discipline and the entire setup will be disorganized.

Will white ants attack fire?

This expression is used to state that someone with a pure, strong, or impeccable character cannot be corrupted or harmed by petty rumors or evil influences. Just as termites can destroy wood but are instantly consumed by fire, a person of integrity remains unaffected by baseless accusations.

If I ride I shall be a trooper, if I dismount I shall be a foot soldier. A man who makes himself useful in any position.

This expression describes a versatile person who can adapt to any situation or task. It refers to someone who can handle high-level responsibilities with authority when required, yet remains humble and capable enough to perform basic manual labor or subordinate tasks when necessary.