మేక మెడచన్నులకు పాలు, మేడికి పూలు లేవు.

This expression refers to something that is useless or serves no purpose. Just as the nipple-like appendages on a goat's neck do not produce milk, this phrase is used to describe people, objects, or efforts that exist but provide no benefit or value.

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This expression is used to describe a person who is extremely cunning, slippery, or argumentative. It refers to someone who can twist any situation or argument to their advantage, making it impossible to pin them down or hold them accountable. It depicts a 'shifty' character who always finds a loophole or a way to deflect blame.

This proverb is used to describe things or situations that are useless, misplaced, or functionally redundant. Just as the nipple-like growths on the head of a palm tree or the neck of a goat serve no purpose for milking, some efforts or objects lack any practical utility.

The Hindus call the flower stalk ( spadix ) of the Palmyra a teat. Useless appendages.

This expression refers to things that are useless or serve no practical purpose, despite being part of the structure. Just as the fleshy appendages on a goat's neck or the growths on top of a palm tree produce no milk, this phrase is used to describe redundant features, useless efforts, or people in positions of authority who have no actual power or utility.

This expression is used to describe something or someone that is completely useless or redundant. Just as the fleshy appendages on some goats' necks look like udders but produce no milk and serve no biological function, it refers to efforts, objects, or people that provide no benefit whatsoever.

This proverb refers to goats having useless, nipple-like skin appendages on their necks that produce no milk. It is used to describe a situation where someone puts effort into something that is fundamentally useless or expects a significant result from an unproductive source.

This proverb is used to highlight double standards or hypocrisy in power dynamics. It suggests that when a person in authority (like a mother-in-law) makes a mistake, it is ignored or excused, but when a subordinate (like a daughter-in-law) does the same, it is heavily criticized.

This expression refers to something that is useless, redundant, or serves no purpose. Just as the nipple-like appendages on a goat's neck do not produce milk and have no function, this phrase is used to describe people or things that exist but provide no benefit or utility.

Historically, this proverb reflects an old belief that a son is necessary to perform final rites for parents to attain 'Moksha' (salvation). In a modern context, it is often used to discuss traditional family values or the cultural importance placed on continuing the lineage.

This proverb is used to describe a story, explanation, or excuse that lacks logic, consistency, or a proper foundation. It refers to something that is nonsensical or a 'cock and bull story' where the details don't add up or have no basis in reality.