Samethalu

Aarogyame mahaabhaagyam — “Health is the greatest wealth”

When Ravi didn't want to eat vegetables, his grandmother smiled and said, "Aarogyame mahaabhaagyam, kanna — eat well to stay strong and happy!"

Kalasi unte kaladu sukham — “There is happiness in staying together”

The three siblings shared their toys and finished cleaning the room in minutes. "Kalasi unte kaladu sukham," said their mother proudly.

Andani draaksha pullana — “Grapes out of reach are sour”

When Meena lost the race, she said the game was boring anyway. Her friend teased, "Andani draaksha pullana!"

Chetulu kaalaaka aakulu pattukunnattu — “Grabbing leaves after the hands are burnt (acting too late)”

Karthik studied only the night before the exam and did poorly. "Chetulu kaalaaka aakulu pattukunnattu," his teacher reminded him — start early next time.

Inta gelichi racha gelavu — “Win at home first, then win in the world”

Before performing on stage, Anu practiced every evening in front of her family. "Inta gelichi racha gelavu," her father said, proud of her preparation.

Mokkai vanganidi maanai vangunaa — “What doesn't bend as a sapling won't bend as a tree (learn young)”

Grandma encouraged the kids to learn good habits early, saying, "Mokkai vanganidi maanai vangunaa" — good habits started young stay for life.

Nidaaname pradhaanam — “Patience is most important”

When Arjun got frustrated building his blocks tower, his mother said gently, "Nidaaname pradhaanam" — slow and steady wins.