వాడికీ వీడికీ నిప్పుకూ ఉప్పుకూ.
vadiki vidiki nippuku uppuku.
Between that person and this person, it is like fire and salt.
This expression is used to describe an extreme enmity or a state of constant conflict between two people. When salt is thrown into a fire, it crackles and pops aggressively; similarly, this phrase implies that the two individuals mentioned cannot be together without a clash or intense friction.
Related Phrases
మతిమీద మన్నుపోత, ఉప్పకు పోయి నిప్పలెత్తు.
matimida mannupota, uppaku poyi nippalettu.
Throwing mud on the mind, going for salt and bringing fire.
This expression describes a person who is extremely absent-minded, confused, or lacks common sense. It specifically refers to situations where someone is sent to perform a simple task (like getting salt) but ends up doing something entirely different or counterproductive (like bringing burning coals) because they are not focused or have 'mud on their brain'.
నిప్పుకు చెదలంటునా?
nippuku chedalantuna?
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.
పిండికొద్దీ రొట్టె (పిండికొద్దీ నిప్పట్లు)
pindikoddi rotte (pindikoddi nippatlu)
As much flour, so much bread (The bread is as big as the flour used)
This proverb means that the quality or quantity of an outcome is directly proportional to the effort, resources, or investment put into it. It is used to explain that you get what you pay for or that results depend on the quality of the input.
నిజమైన బంగారం నిప్పుకు వెరవదు
nijamaina bangaram nippuku veravadu
True gold does not fear fire.
This proverb is used to say that an honest or virtuous person does not fear scrutiny, tests, or criticism. Just as pure gold is not damaged by fire and instead proves its purity, a person with integrity remains unshaken when faced with trials or investigations.
ఉప్పుకు నిప్పు వలె
uppuku nippu vale
Like fire to salt
This expression is used to describe a relationship between two people or things that are highly incompatible or prone to sudden, violent conflict. Just as salt crackles and explodes when thrown into fire, this phrase characterizes a volatile, antagonistic, or 'cat and dog' relationship.
నిప్పులో ఉప్పు వేసినట్లు
nippulo uppu vesinatlu
Like throwing salt into the fire
This expression is used to describe someone who gets extremely irritated, flares up in anger, or reacts with instant agitation. Just as salt crackles and pops loudly when thrown into a fire, it refers to a person's explosive or sharp temper in response to a situation.
చెప్పేవాడికి సిగ్గులేకపోతే, వినేవాడికి వివేకము వద్దా?
cheppevadiki siggulekapote, vinevadiki vivekamu vadda?
If the teller has no shame, shouldn't the listener have some common sense?
This expression is used when someone is telling blatant lies, making absurd claims, or giving bad advice. It suggests that even if the speaker is being unreasonable or shameless, the listener should use their own intelligence and discretion to evaluate the information rather than blindly believing or following it.
ఎవడి జందెం వాడికి ముప్పు
evadi jandem vadiki muppu
One's own sacred thread is a danger to oneself.
This proverb describes a situation where a person's own characteristic, possession, or identity becomes the cause of their downfall or trouble. It is used when someone is trapped or harmed by their own tools or status.
నిప్పులో ఉప్పులాగా
nippulo uppulaga
Like salt in the fire
This expression is used to describe someone who is extremely agitated, irritable, or prone to sudden outbursts of anger. Just as salt crackles and pops violently when thrown into a fire, it characterizes a person's volatile temperament or a situation that is highly unstable and reactive.
నిప్పుకు చెదలంటునా?
nippuku chedalantuna?
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.