చెడిన చేనుకు ఇంటివడ్లు పొంగలా?

This expression is used to describe an inappropriate or ironic celebration during a time of loss or failure. It highlights the absurdity of celebrating at home when the primary source of livelihood (the field/crop) is destroyed.

This proverb describes a situation where a person in power or authority directs their frustration or anger only toward someone who is weaker, helpless, or unable to retaliate, rather than addressing the actual cause of the problem.

This proverb is used to convey that no one can be happy or appreciative when something they value or have worked hard for is destroyed or failing. It emphasizes that a person's reaction is naturally tied to the success or failure of their endeavors, and expecting a positive reaction to a negative outcome is unrealistic.

This proverb is used to criticize excessive or unnecessary security, decoration, or attention given to something that is fundamentally worthless or poor in quality. It implies that when the core object is of no value, the elaborate efforts to protect or showcase it are a waste.

This expression is used to describe eating a hearty, satisfying, and full meal. Just as a strong embankment protects a field on high ground from losing its resources, a feast should be so substantial that it leaves one feeling completely satiated and sturdy.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a person or thing has already reached the lowest possible state or has been completely ruined, so further threats or minor improvements no longer matter. It suggests that once everything is lost, there is no fear of further damage, and offering a solution to a broken situation is futile.

This proverb emphasizes the dignity and reliability of agriculture. It suggests that hard work in farming consistently provides a livelihood and never leads to a person's downfall. It is used to encourage people to trust in honest labor and the fertility of the land.

This proverb describes a situation where one wastes valuable resources on a hopeless or unproductive cause. Just as sowing good seeds in a barren or bad field results in a loss of both the seeds and the effort, this expression is used when someone invests time, money, or energy into something that yields no results.

Pongali is a preparation of rice offered to the fields after the harvest. In this case the crop had failed and the offering had to be made from the old store. It was therefore a needless ceremony.

This proverb refers to a situation where a resource or property is easily accessible to everyone, leading to its exploitation or misuse. When something is conveniently located for the public, people tend to take small liberties or steal from it, thinking their minor action won't be noticed, but collectively it leads to significant loss for the owner.

This proverb suggests that you cannot expect a superior or high-quality outcome from a foundation that is fundamentally damaged or poor. It is used to emphasize that the quality of the result is directly dependent on the quality of the source or environment.