వయసు కలిగినవాడే వనిత వలపు

vayasu kaliginavade vanita valapu

Translation

Only a man with age (youth) is a woman's love.

Meaning

This expression suggests that youth and physical vigor are primarily what attract a woman's romantic interest. It implies that a woman's affection is naturally drawn towards a youthful and energetic partner rather than an elderly person.

Related Phrases

Though he is old he is still a fop.

This expression is used to describe someone who maintains their elegance, charm, or style despite growing old. It suggests that while physical youth may fade, one's poise and attractive demeanor remain intact.

One who can weave intricate literary compositions is a poet; one who can cut down enemies in battle is a king.

This expression defines the true essence of expertise in two distinct fields: literature and leadership. It suggests that a real poet is one who possesses the creative complexity to craft 'Chitraprabandhams' (highly technical and artistic poetry), while a true ruler or king is defined by his bravery and ability to fight and defeat enemies on the battlefield (Anilo). It is used to emphasize that mastery is proven through action and skill rather than just titles.

When age arrives, the bends (imperfections) will be straightened.

This proverb is used to suggest that certain physical imperfections or behavioral awkwardness in children and adolescents will naturally correct themselves as they mature into adulthood. It is often said to reassure parents about a child's looks or quirky habits, implying that growth and maturity bring refinement.

Even if the sky breaks or an eye is lost, you will not stop doing it.

This expression is used to describe an extremely stubborn person or someone who is persistent to a fault. It suggests that regardless of major disasters or personal injury, the individual refuses to change their course of action or stop a specific behavior.

There is no delay for love that occurs at first sight.

This expression suggests that love at first sight is immediate and decisive. It implies that when a strong connection is felt instantly, there is no need for hesitation or a long waiting period to recognize those feelings. It is often used to describe whirlwind romances or instant attraction.

One leap leapt, one leg broken. Loss in the first venture.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone experiences failure or a major setback on their very first attempt at something. It highlights immediate bad luck or the consequences of an ill-prepared venture.

Everyone is a relative to a wealthy person.

This proverb highlights the social reality that people flock towards those who are rich or successful. It suggests that when a person has wealth, even strangers or distant acquaintances try to claim a relationship with them, whereas a poor person is often ignored by their own kin.

Relatives arrive only on the days you serve food and drinks, and a courtesan's love lasts only as long as you have wealth.

This proverb highlights the fickle and opportunistic nature of certain relationships. It suggests that many people are attracted to you only for your resources or prosperity. Relatives might visit when they expect a feast or favor, and a mistress or fair-weather friend shows affection only when you are wealthy. It serves as a warning to distinguish between true well-wishers and those who are purely transactional.

The age has passed, but the elegance/grace hasn't left.

This expression is used to describe someone who continues to maintain their stylish appearance, vanity, or graceful mannerisms even as they grow old. It suggests that while their youth is gone, their desire for beauty or their charming conduct remains unchanged.

The over liberal man is ruined ; when a man dies, his debts go with him.

This proverb highlights two harsh realities of life: people only appreciate those who are generous or provide help, and once a person dies, their debts and obligations often perish with them, making it impossible to recover what was owed. It is used to describe the nature of gratitude and the finality of death regarding liabilities.