గాడిదకేమి తెలుసు గంధపు పొడి వాసన

This proverb is used to describe a person who works hard at a task without understanding its true value or essence. Just as a donkey carries precious sandalwood but only feels the weight rather than the fragrance, a person might possess or handle something valuable without gaining any wisdom or benefit from it.

This expression is used to describe a situation where something loud, crude, or inappropriate ruins a delicate or refined atmosphere. It highlights the mismatch between something coarse (the loud noise of a trumpet) and something subtle and precious (fragrant sandalwood powder).

This proverb is used to describe a person who lacks the refinement, taste, or intelligence to appreciate something valuable or sophisticated. It suggests that high-quality things are wasted on those who cannot understand their worth, similar to the English expression 'casting pearls before swine.'

This proverb is used to describe a person who lacks the refinement or knowledge to appreciate the value or quality of something superior. It is similar to the English expression 'casting pearls before swine.'

This expression is used to mock something that is non-existent, absurd, or completely worthless. Since donkeys do not lay eggs, it refers to a 'wild goose chase' or a deceptive promise of something that doesn't exist. It is often used to dismiss a person's tall claims or to describe a situation where one gets nothing out of a lot of effort.

This expression describes a person who possesses or is surrounded by valuable knowledge, wealth, or resources but lacks the wisdom or capacity to understand and appreciate their true value. It is often used to criticize those who perform tasks mechanically without understanding the deeper significance or beauty of what they are handling.

This proverb is used to describe a person who lacks refinement or aesthetic sense and is therefore unable to appreciate the finer things in life. It is similar to the English expression 'casting pearls before swine.' It suggests that someone uncouth or uneducated cannot understand the value of something delicate, rare, or beautiful.

This expression is used to mock someone who is too proud to admit their failure or lack of knowledge even when they are in a desperate or losing situation. It highlights the foolishness of maintaining a false ego while facing total ruin.

This expression refers to someone who works hard on something valuable or possesses great knowledge but does not understand its worth or benefit from it personally. Just as a donkey carries fragrant sandalwood but only feels the heavy weight and not the aroma, it describes a person with superficial involvement in something profound.

This proverb is used to describe a person who cannot change their inherent nature or lack of refinement, regardless of how much wealth, education, or luxury is bestowed upon them. It suggests that external appearances or decorations cannot hide one's true character or stupidity.