రేపు అనే మాటకు రూపులేదు
repu ane mataku rupuledu
The word 'tomorrow' has no form.
This proverb is used to emphasize that the future is uncertain and unpredictable. It serves as a reminder to not procrastinate or rely on tomorrow, as 'tomorrow' never truly arrives and its shape remains unknown.
Related Phrases
ఆబోతు మాటలకు అర్థంలేదు, గుడ్డికంటికి చూపులేదు
abotu matalaku arthamledu, guddikantiki chupuledu
There is no meaning to an ox's bellows, and there is no sight in a blind eye.
This expression is used to describe a situation or a person's statements that are completely nonsensical or useless. Just as it is impossible for a blind eye to see, it is impossible to find logic or value in certain foolish or irrational arguments.
ఈనాడు ఇంటిలో రేపు మట్టిలో
inadu intilo repu mattilo
Today in the house, tomorrow in the soil.
This expression highlights the fleeting and unpredictable nature of human life. It serves as a reminder that life is temporary—one might be living comfortably at home today, but could pass away and return to the earth tomorrow. It is often used to counsel humility and to discourage vanity or over-attachment to worldly possessions.
సోది మాటలకు అర్థమూ లేదు, గుడ్డి కంటికి చూపూ లేదు.
sodi matalaku arthamu ledu, guddi kantiki chupu ledu.
There is no meaning to fortunetelling words, and there is no sight in a blind eye.
This proverb is used to describe nonsense, gossip, or irrelevant talk that lacks substance or logic. Just as it is impossible for a blind eye to see, it is impossible to find any truth or value in idle chatter or superstitious predictions.
నాకూ సిగ్గులేదు, రేపు వచ్చే అమావాస్యకూ సిగ్గులేదు
naku sigguledu, repu vachche amavasyaku sigguledu
Neither do I have shame, nor does the New Moon day (Amavasya) arriving tomorrow.
This proverb is used to describe a person who is utterly shameless and persistent in their behavior despite repeated criticism or humiliation. It suggests that just as the dark moon day inevitably occurs regardless of anything, the person will continue their shameless actions without any hesitation or remorse.
మట్టు మీరిన మాటకు మారు లేదు
mattu mirina mataku maru ledu
There is no substitute or remedy for a word that has crossed its limits.
This proverb emphasizes the permanence and impact of spoken words. Once someone says something hurtful or excessive (crossing the boundary of decency or patience), the damage is irreversible. It is used to advise people to think before they speak and to maintain self-control in conversation.
కత్తికి ఎదురు లేదు, మాటకు తిరుగులేదు.
kattiki eduru ledu, mataku tiruguledu.
No one can face the sword, and there is no turning back on the word.
This expression is used to describe a person of great power and unwavering integrity. It implies that the person is physically invincible or authoritative (the sword) and that they are exceptionally honorable, always keeping their promises and never retracting what they have said (the word).
మేపే రూపు
mepe rupu
Feeding is the form
This expression highlights that health and physical appearance are directly dependent on the nourishment one receives. It is used to emphasize that a well-fed person or animal looks healthy and strong, implying that 'you are what you eat' or that proper care reflects in the outward appearance.
మట్టు మీరిన మాటకు మారు లేదు.
mattu mirina mataku maru ledu.
A person gets no answer when he transgresses the bounds of politeness. A rude speech gets no reply.
This proverb warns that once a person speaks words that exceed the boundaries of decency, respect, or truth, the damage is irreversible. Just as an arrow shot from a bow cannot be taken back, offensive or excessive words cannot be undone or rectified easily. It emphasizes the importance of thinking before speaking and maintaining self-restraint in communication.
* Non puci mal fare a nave rotta.
నాకూ సిగ్గులేదు, రేపు వచ్చే అమావాస్యకూ సిగ్గులేదు.
naku sigguledu, repu vachche amavasyaku sigguledu.
I am not ashamed, the Amâvâsya which is coming to-morrow is not ashamed.
This proverb is used to describe a person who is completely shameless and indifferent to public opinion or criticism. It suggests that just as the moon continues its cycle regardless of anything, the person will continue their shameless behavior without any remorse or change, no matter the circumstances or how often they are called out.
రేపు అనే రోజు ఉన్నదా?
repu ane roju unnada?
Is there a day called tomorrow ? Tomorrow comes never. No one has seen tomorrow. (Portuguese.)
This expression is used to emphasize procrastination or the uncertainty of the future. It highlights that people often delay tasks by saying 'tomorrow', but since 'tomorrow' never actually arrives (as it becomes 'today'), one should act immediately. It is commonly used to advise someone against stalling or to point out that life is unpredictable.