గాజుల బేరము భోజనానకు సరి

This proverb is used to describe a business or activity that yields very little profit, barely covering the basic sustenance or operational costs of the person doing it. It signifies a hand-to-mouth existence where there is no surplus or savings despite the effort put in.

For a petty businessman, the profit from his business would hardly meet his basic needs. This refers to an unprofitable enterprise.

This expression refers to a negotiation or deal where one party is not in desperate need or in a hurry. Since they are already satisfied (full), they can afford to be indifferent, picky, or firm on their terms without worrying about the outcome.

This is a traditional agricultural and lifestyle saying. It means that just as a proper meal is only complete when it ends with buttermilk, the rainy season reaches its peak or fulfilling conclusion with the clouds appearing during the 'Vishakha' lunar mansion (Karti). It signifies completeness and the right order of things.

This proverb warns against excessive generosity or helping others at the cost of one's own basic needs or survival. It suggests that doing charity while neglecting your own family or self is foolish and unsustainable, much like a business transaction that results in the loss of the principal investment.

This expression is used to describe a person who is very eager and first to arrive when it is time to eat, but very lazy or hesitant when it comes to hygiene, work, or taking a bath. It highlights a character that prioritizes pleasure over duty or cleanliness.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where one's total income or earnings from a venture are completely exhausted by minor or incidental expenses, leaving no profit. It signifies a break-even point where the effort put into a business or task only covers the basic costs or small personal desires, resulting in no substantial gain.

This expression refers to the sequence of daily routines or the priority of tasks. It is often used to describe someone who is very punctual or eager for food (being first at the table) but perhaps less enthusiastic about chores or preparation (being last to bathe). In a broader sense, it highlights a tendency to prioritize personal comfort or enjoyment over effort.

This expression is used to describe a state of extreme poverty or scarcity. It refers to a situation where despite the day having three natural meal times (morning, afternoon, and night), a person can only afford or find enough food to eat once.

This expression refers to a negotiation or deal where one party is not in a hurry or desperate to sell or buy. Because they are already satisfied or financially stable, they can afford to be stubborn, picky, or indifferent to the outcome of the deal.