తానొకటి తలిస్తే దైవమొకటి తలచినట్లు
tanokati taliste daivamokati talachinatlu
While one thinks of one thing, God thinks of another.
This proverb is the Telugu equivalent of 'Man proposes, God disposes'. It is used when human plans or expectations fail due to unforeseen circumstances or fate, highlighting that humans do not have ultimate control over the outcomes of their actions.
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దానం చేయకున్నా దక్షిణ ఇమ్మన్నట్లు
danam cheyakunna dakshina immannatlu
Even if you don't give charity, at least pay the ritual fee.
This expression is used to describe a situation where someone who is unable or unwilling to perform a large act of generosity is still expected to fulfill basic obligations or show minimal courtesy. It highlights that even if a significant favor isn't possible, one should not neglect the essential duties or formalities.
విత్తు ఒకటి వేస్తే, చెట్టు ఇంకొకటి మొలచునా?
vittu okati veste, chettu inkokati molachuna?
If you sow one type of seed, will a different tree grow?
This expression is equivalent to 'as you sow, so shall you reap'. It highlights that actions have inevitable consequences and the results will always be consistent with the nature of the initial action. It is used to point out that one cannot expect good outcomes from bad deeds or vice-versa.
తానొకటి తలిస్తే దైవం ఒకటి తలిచింది
tanokati taliste daivam okati talichindi
When he planned one thing, God planned another. Man proposes, God disposes.
This proverb is equivalent to the English expression 'Man proposes, God disposes.' It is used to describe situations where human plans fail or take an unexpected turn due to fate or circumstances beyond one's control.
తాను ఒకటి తలిస్తే దైవం ఒకటి తలుస్తాడు
tanu okati taliste daivam okati talustadu
If one thinks of one thing, God thinks of another
This proverb is equivalent to the English saying 'Man proposes, God disposes.' It implies that human plans are often overruled by destiny or divine will, and things may not always go as we intended.
తలచినప్పుడే తాత పెళ్ళి
talachinappude tata pelli
Grandfather's wedding is whenever it is thought of
This expression is used to mock someone who wants something to happen instantly or impulsively without considering the necessary preparation, time, or feasibility. It highlights the absurdity of expecting major events to occur just because one suddenly had the idea.
తాను ఒకటి తలిస్తే దైవం ఒకటి తలచినట్లు
tanu okati taliste daivam okati talachinatlu
If one thinks of one thing, God thinks of another.
This proverb is the Telugu equivalent of 'Man proposes, God disposes.' It is used to describe situations where human plans or expectations fail to materialize because fate or a higher power had a different outcome in store.
అప్పులచేటు
appulachetu
The ruins of debt
This expression refers to a state of being overwhelmed or ruined by excessive debt. It is used to describe a situation where someone's financial stability or life is destroyed due to borrowing beyond their means.
పతికి మించిన దైవం లేదు
patiki minchina daivam ledu
There is no god greater than the husband.
A traditional Telugu proverb emphasizing the sanctity of marriage in ancient Indian culture. It suggests that for a devoted wife, her husband is the supreme deity. It is used to describe total devotion, loyalty, and respect within a marriage, though in modern contexts, it is often cited when discussing traditional values or historical social norms.
ఒకటి తరక, ఇంకొకటి తాలు.
okati taraka, inkokati talu.
One is a broken piece, and the other is a hollow husk.
This expression is used to describe two people or things that are equally useless, defective, or of poor quality. It highlights that there is no choice between them because neither has any value, often used when comparing two options that are both unsatisfactory.
తలచినప్పుడే తాతకు పెళ్ళి
talachinappude tataku pelli
Grandfather's wedding the moment you think of it
This expression is used to describe someone who expects immediate results or wants to complete a task instantly without considering the necessary time, preparation, or logical sequence. It mocks the impatience of wanting complex things to happen as soon as they are mentioned.