దొడ్డిలో కామధేనువు ఉంటే, గొడ్డును పితకడానికి కుండను గొంపోయినట్లు

This proverb describes a situation where someone loses something very valuable while trying to protect or save something of trivial value. It is used to mock people who focus on minor losses or savings while ignoring a much larger disaster or significant loss happening simultaneously.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of timing and readiness. Just as a blunt knife is useless for cutting, farming becomes futile if the right season or opportunity is missed. It is used to convey that actions must be taken at the appropriate time to be effective.

This proverb is used to describe an action taken to restrict someone's movement or to keep a constant watch on a person who is prone to mischief or escaping. Just as a heavy log (duddu) is tied to the neck of a cow that tends to wander away or jump fences, this expression refers to imposing strict controls or burdens to prevent someone from acting out of line.

This proverb describes a situation where someone tries to hide a loss or find false consolation by valuing something worthless only after their valuable assets are gone. It is used when someone suddenly appreciates a useless item or person simply because they have nothing better left, or when making excuses for a failure.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone puts a person in charge of something they are likely to exploit or destroy. It highlights the foolishness of trusting a known predator or a person with conflicting interests with the safety of their potential victims.

This proverb is used to describe an act of extreme foolishness or redundant effort, where one spends money or resources to acquire something they already possess as a natural part of themselves. It highlights the irony of trying to purchase the essence of what one already has.

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.

A fruitless endeavor considering what is obtained by the effort. Sometimes, one makes herculean efforts but achieves precious little.

This proverb offers practical wisdom regarding trade and selection. One should not buy an ox when it is too young because its strength and capacity to work are unknown. Similarly, one should not buy clothes that are much larger than needed just because they look grand, as they will not fit properly. It advises making purchases based on utility and proven quality rather than potential or excess.

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.