చక్కనివాళ్ళు చిక్కినా బాగుంటారు, సన్నబీర మాసినా బాగుంటుంది.

chakkanivallu chikkina baguntaru, sannabira masina baguntundi.

Translation

Beautiful people look good even if they get thin, just as the 'Sanna Beera' vegetable looks good even when it wilts.

Meaning

This proverb is used to describe things or people of inherent quality. It implies that true beauty or excellence does not vanish easily due to temporary hardships or physical changes. Just as a naturally beautiful person retains their charm even after losing weight, high-quality items or virtuous people maintain their grace even in difficult times.

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