దూడ కుడిచినట్టా? దుత్తలో పడ్డట్టా?

When some harm is intended to be inflicted on a person, sometimes the person gets benefited by that. Occasionally, evil intentions and actions of others may turn out to be beneficial.

This proverb is used when a situation is practically impossible even if the person in authority gives permission. It highlights a scenario where a task cannot be completed due to physical constraints or external circumstances, despite having the necessary approval.

This proverb describes extreme ingratitude or treachery. It refers to a person who receives hospitality, food, or help from someone and then immediately looks for ways to harm them or calculate their wealth with bad intentions. It is used to criticize those who bite the hand that feeds them.

This expression describes a situation where a sudden, unexpected obstacle or misfortune completely obstructs one's vision or progress just when everything seemed clear and promising. It is used when a person is caught off guard by a problem that renders them helpless or blind to the situation at hand.

This proverb highlights the interdependency of actions or processes. In traditional milking, the cow only releases milk after the calf starts suckling. It is used to signify that certain results cannot be achieved without a specific prerequisite action or a small initial sacrifice/concession.

This expression is used to describe a situation where something good happens unexpectedly, or when an already favorable situation becomes even better. It signifies a stroke of great luck or a perfect coincidence.

This expression is used to describe someone who starts a task or enters a situation without any thought, direction, or awareness of the consequences. Just as a blind ox would aimlessly wander and ruin a field of crops because it cannot see where it is going, this phrase critiques reckless or mindless behavior.

This expression is used to describe an experience or activity that is dull, uninteresting, or lacks any satisfaction. Just as eating tasteless food provides no pleasure despite fulfilling a necessity, it refers to performing a task or attending an event that is completely bland and monotonous.

This expression describes a situation where someone takes out their frustration or anger on an innocent third party or an inanimate object because they cannot confront the person who actually caused the provocation. It is similar to the concept of 'displaced aggression'.

This expression is used to describe a person who is feeling trapped, suppressed, or constrained by their circumstances. It signifies a state of being confined in a small space or situation where one lacks freedom of movement or action, yet remains potentially dangerous or restless.