తెలిసినవానికి తెలికపిండి, తెలియనివానికి గానుగపిండి
telisinavaniki telikapindi, teliyanivaniki ganugapindi
To the one who knows, it is sesame flour; to the one who doesn't, it is oil-press waste.
This expression highlights how value and utility are perceived based on knowledge. Something that appears simple or useless to an ignorant person is recognized as valuable and beneficial by someone with expertise. It is used to describe situations where a person's skill or lack thereof determines their understanding of a task or object.
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లేనివానికి తెంపు, ఉన్నవానికి మొండి.
lenivaniki tempu, unnavaniki mondi.
The one who has nothing is daring, the one who has everything is stubborn.
This proverb highlights how people's attitudes are shaped by their circumstances. A person with no possessions or status often acts with great courage or recklessness because they have nothing to lose (tempu), whereas a wealthy or powerful person may become stubborn or obstinate (mondi) because of their ego or desire to protect what they have.
తెలియని దయ్యము కన్నా తెలిసిన దయ్యం మేలు
teliyani dayyamu kanna telisina dayyam melu
A known devil is better than an unknown devil.
This proverb suggests that it is better to deal with a person or situation that is familiar, even if it is difficult or unpleasant, rather than facing something completely new and unpredictable. It is used when choosing between a known risk and an uncertain one.
ఎట్లా వచ్చిందో అట్లే పోతుంది, తేలికగా వచ్చింది తేలికగానే పోతుంది.
etla vachchindo atle potundi, telikaga vachchindi telikagane potundi.
As it came, so it goes; what comes easily, goes easily.
This expression is the Telugu equivalent of 'Easy come, easy go.' It is used to describe money, luck, or possessions acquired without much effort, suggesting they are often lost or spent just as quickly without much thought or regret.
అన్నీ తెలిసినవాడూ లేడు, ఏమీ తెలియనివాడూ లేడు.
anni telisinavadu ledu, emi teliyanivadu ledu.
There is no one who knows everything, there is no one who knows nothing.
This expression emphasizes humility and the vastness of knowledge. It suggests that no single person is an absolute expert in every field, nor is anyone completely devoid of any knowledge or skills. It is used to remind people that everyone has something to learn and everyone has something to offer.
తెలిసి తెలిసి బొందలో పడటం
telisi telisi bondalo padatam
Falling into a pit knowingly.
This expression is used when someone makes a mistake or gets into trouble despite being fully aware of the consequences or the danger beforehand. It signifies a lack of caution or ignoring warnings.
తెలిసి తెలిసి బొందలో పడ్డట్టు
telisi telisi bondalo paddattu
Although he knew the pit well, he fell into it.
This expression is used to describe a situation where someone intentionally makes a mistake or gets into trouble despite being fully aware of the consequences or the danger beforehand.
ఆతురగానికి తెలివి మట్టు
aturaganiki telivi mattu
A hasty man is not wise.
This proverb suggests that when a person is in a state of extreme haste, anxiety, or impatience, their ability to think clearly and make rational decisions is diminished. It is used to advise someone to calm down and think before acting, as being overly eager or rushed often leads to poor judgment.
He that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly. Proverbs xiv. 29. A hasty man never wants woc. * Qual o pal tal o filho. † Patris est filius.
తింటేగాని రుచి తెలియదు, దిగితేగాని లోతు తెలియదు.
tintegani ruchi teliyadu, digitegani lotu teliyadu.
Without eating you can't tell the taste; without going down [ into the water ] you can't know the depth. The proof of a pudding is in the eating.
This proverb emphasizes that practical experience is essential to truly understand or judge something. Just as you cannot judge a dish without tasting it or know the depth of a pond without stepping into it, you cannot understand the complexities or difficulties of a situation or task until you are personally involved in it.
అంతా తెలిసినవాడూ లేడు, ఏమీ తెలియనివాడూ లేడు.
anta telisinavadu ledu, emi teliyanivadu ledu.
There is no one who knows everything, and there is no one who knows nothing.
This proverb emphasizes that knowledge is vast and no single person can claim absolute mastery over all subjects. Similarly, every person, no matter how uneducated or simple, possesses some form of unique knowledge or skill. It is used to promote humility among the learned and respect for everyone's inherent wisdom.
ముక్కు మొహం తెలియనివాడు
mukku moham teliyanivadu
A person whose nose and face are unknown.
This expression is used to describe a complete stranger or someone with whom one has no prior acquaintance or connection. It is often used when emphasizing that a person is totally anonymous or unknown to a particular circle or individual.