దొడ్డెడు గొడ్లను దొంగలు తోలుకొని పోతే, గొడ్డు గేదె శ్రీ మహాలక్ష్మి అన్నట్లు.

This expression is used to describe a sudden and significant loss of wealth, prosperity, or grace from a household or a person. Just as the departure of the Goddess of Wealth implies the onset of poverty or misfortune, it signifies a complete reversal of fortune where a once-flourishing situation turns bleak.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where, in the absence of high-quality options or truly talented people, even someone with mediocre skills or a sub-par alternative is treated as superior or highly valuable. It is similar to the English expression 'In the kingdom of the blind, the one-eyed man is king.'

This expression is used to emphasize the importance of small denominations of money or loose change. It suggests that one should not underestimate the value of small coins, as they collectively represent wealth and are essential for daily transactions and financial discipline.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone who has lost everything suddenly realizes the value of the little that remains. It highlights how people ignore or undervalue their possessions when they have plenty, but start treating even the most useless or insignificant remnant as a precious treasure once a disaster strikes.

This expression is used to describe a situation where, in the absence of something truly superior or qualified, even a mediocre or inferior alternative is highly valued. It is similar to the English proverb 'In the kingdom of the blind, the one-eyed man is king.'

Mahâ Lakshmî is the goddess of fortune. The one-eyed is a king in the land of the blind.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where an outsider or neighbor contradicts the owner's first-hand knowledge with baseless or overly optimistic claims. It highlights the tendency of people to comment or give unsolicited advice on matters they don't fully understand, often being more stubborn about the facts than the person directly involved in the situation.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where, in the absence of something truly high-quality or superior, even something mediocre or inferior is highly valued. It is similar to the English idiom 'In the country of the blind, the one-eyed man is king.'

This proverb describes a situation where one person is mourning a great loss while another person is only interested in how they can selfishly profit from that tragedy. It highlights the contrast between genuine grief and cold-hearted opportunism.

It is an ill wind that blows nobody good.

This phrase is typically used by street vendors, beggars, or traditional performers to praise potential donors or customers on specific days of the week. It suggests that since the day is auspicious (Monday or Tuesday), the person giving charity or making a purchase will be blessed with prosperity and wealth. It is a form of rhythmic flattery used to encourage generosity.

This proverb implies that when something is stolen or obtained illegally, the specific route or method of disposal doesn't matter to the thief, as the end result (the loss for the owner) is the same. It is used to suggest that once a situation is beyond repair or an asset is lost, the minor details of how it happened are irrelevant.