ఏయెద్దు దాటినా, ఆవు మన గాట యీనితే చాలు.

eyeddu datina, avu mana gata yinite chalu.

Translation

No matter which bull mates with it, it's enough if the cow gives birth at our stake.

Meaning

This expression is used to describe a pragmatic or opportunistic mindset where the end result matters more than the process or the source. It suggests that as long as the benefit or profit is secured for oneself, the ethics, origin, or methods involved are of little concern.

Related Phrases

What does it matter where it is tied, as long as it gives birth within our herd?

This expression suggests that the specific process or location of a task doesn't matter as much as the final result or benefit reaching the right person. It is often used to imply that as long as the ultimate profit or outcome belongs to us, the minor details or methods used to get there are irrelevant.

No matter where it grazes, it is enough if it gives milk in our house.

This proverb is used to express that it doesn't matter what someone does or where they go, as long as they ultimately bring the benefits or results back home. It is often used in a business or familial context to signify that the final outcome or loyalty matters more than the process or location.

"Holloa Doctor! we don't want medicine for a cured dis- ease, there's a bitch with pups in the house." Doing the Doctor, when he called for his fees.

This expression is used to describe someone who makes up excuses or finds irrelevant reasons to avoid something they no longer need or want. It illustrates a situation where a person, having recovered from an illness, tries to dismiss the doctor by citing a completely unrelated and silly reason (like a dog having given birth in the house) to justify why they won't take further treatment or pay for services.

When someone says the ox has given birth, asking to tie the calf to the stake.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone blindly follows or supports a baseless or illogical statement without thinking. Since oxen are male and cannot give birth, the response of 'tying the calf' shows a lack of common sense and a tendency to jump to conclusions based on hearsay.

If you plough furrow upon furrow, even a lifeless field will yield a harvest.

This proverb emphasizes the power of persistence and hard work. It suggests that consistent, repeated effort can turn a failure or a barren situation into a success. Just as repeatedly ploughing the same land improves its fertility, constant practice and dedication lead to results in any endeavor.

Even if the elephant dies, it is enough if the tusks are found.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where, despite a great loss or failure, something of significant value is still recovered. It highlights the idea that even in destruction, some inherent worth remains. It is often applied to wealthy people or great institutions that, even when ruined, still retain some of their former glory or assets.

If you plow along the same furrow repeatedly, even a dead field will yield crops.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of persistence, consistency, and hard work. It suggests that by repeatedly putting effort into a task—even one that seems hopeless or unproductive—success can eventually be achieved.

What matters it whose the bull was ? If the cow calves in our herd, it's all right. Applied to an unprincipled action.

This expression is used to signify that the specific location or minor details of a process do not matter as long as the ultimate benefit or result belongs to us. It emphasizes focusing on the final outcome and ownership rather than the procedural formalities or place of occurrence.

Even if he turned a Varaha coin into three-quarters of its value, it is enough for me that my husband became a cattle trader, she said.

This proverb is used to mock someone who takes pride in their status or title despite suffering a significant financial loss or performing poorly in their job. It highlights a foolish sense of satisfaction with one's position or prestige over practical success and common sense.

Even if the mother dies, it is enough if the maternal uncle is there.

In Telugu culture, the maternal uncle (menamama) holds a position of great responsibility and affection, often seen as a protective surrogate for the mother. This proverb emphasizes that even in the absence of a mother, a maternal uncle can provide the necessary support, guidance, and security to a child.