To define the term "Horoscope" in the Telugu language, explain its linguistic roots, and describe its cultural and astrological significance in Telugu-speaking communities (primarily Andhra Pradesh and Telangana).
In Telugu astrology, the horoscope is based on the position of the moon at the time of a person's birth. The moon's position is used to determine the person's zodiac sign, which in turn influences their personality, behavior, and destiny. horoscope meaning in telugu
The 12 Zodiac Signs (ద్వాదశ రాశులు) and Their English Meanings To define the term "Horoscope" in the Telugu
: There are 12 signs, such as Mithunam (Gemini), Karkatakam (Cancer), and Simham (Leo). | Telugu Term | Transliteration | Specific Meaning
The specific birth star or lunar mansion out of the 27 recognized stars in Vedic astrology.
The zodiac sign where the Moon was positioned at birth.
| Telugu Term | Transliteration | Specific Meaning | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Janma Kuṇḍali | Literally "Birth Coil/Chart." Commonly used interchangeably with Jātakam. | | రాశిఫలం | Rāśiphalaṁ | This refers specifically to the daily, monthly, or yearly prediction (horoscope reading), not the birth chart itself. | | రాశి చక్రం | Rāśi Cakraṁ | Zodiac circle or the wheel of zodiac signs. |