కలలో పాలు తాగడానికి కంచుదయితేనేమి కనకపుదయితేనేమి?

kalalo palu tagadaniki kanchudayitenemi kanakapudayitenemi?

Translation

What matters it whether one drinks milk in a dream out of bell metal or gold ? Building castles in the air.

Meaning

This expression highlights the futility of worrying about trivial details or luxuries when the entire situation or benefit is imaginary or non-existent. It is used to point out that when something isn't real, the status or quality of the tools associated with it are irrelevant.

Related Phrases

What does it matter if the Vempali plant flowers or bears fruit?

This proverb refers to things or actions that are completely useless or have no impact on anyone. The Vempali (Wild Indigo) plant is considered useless for consumption or major utility; hence, whether it flourishes or not makes no difference to the world. It is used to describe an insignificant person's presence or a redundant effort.

If one's own character is good, what does it matter even if they build a house in a red-light area?

This proverb emphasizes that if a person has strong moral integrity and a firm character, their environment or the company they are around cannot corrupt them. It is used to suggest that virtue depends on internal strength rather than external circumstances.

What is it to the crows if the Nemmi trees, which they don't like, grow or blossom ? Nemmi chettu is the Dalbergia Oojeinensis.

This proverb describes a situation where something exists or flourishes but is of no benefit to the people who need it or are around it. It is used when discussing resources, talents, or wealth that are practically useless to the community or individuals concerned, making their existence irrelevant.

For Machakamma's puberty ceremony, what does it matter if it is Makha, Pubba, or Punarvasu?

This expression refers to someone who is indifferent to rules, auspicious timings, or specific conditions because they do not understand or care about the significance of an event. It is used to describe a situation where a person is so negligent or the subject is so trivial that the technical details or standard procedures don't make a difference to the outcome.

What if the debtor dies, or what if the documents are lost in water?

This expression is used to describe a situation where one has reached a point of complete loss or hopelessness, such that further misfortunes no longer matter. It reflects a state of indifference toward consequences when the primary goal or asset is already gone.

What does it matter whether the kingdom he has not pos- session of prospers or decays?

This proverb is used to describe a sense of total indifference or detachment toward things that one has no stake in or ownership over. It highlights the human tendency to only care about outcomes when they directly affect their own personal interests or property.

What does it matter which stone it is, as long as it breaks the teeth?

This proverb is used to express that the specific means or methods do not matter as long as the desired (often negative or destructive) result is achieved. It is typically used in a cynical or indifferent context when someone is choosing between multiple options that all lead to the same outcome.

What if it is sharp when the time is not right?

This expression emphasizes that resources, skills, or opportunities are useless if they are not available at the right moment. It is used to point out that timing is more important than quality or preparation in specific critical situations.

What does it matter where the mouse goes, as long as the tiger is caught in the trap?

This proverb is used when the main objective is achieved, rendering minor losses or trivial details irrelevant. It emphasizes focusing on the significant outcome rather than worrying about small, inconsequential matters.

What does it matter if the house dries up or if Kolleru lake overflows?

This expression is used to describe a person who is completely indifferent to external events, whether they are personal losses or grand occurrences. It signifies a state of total apathy or lack of concern regarding things that do not directly impact one's immediate needs or when one is in a state of despair/detachment.