నాయాలంటే, ఏకులోడికి పోసేస్తాను అన్నదట

nayalante, ekulodiki posestanu annadata

Translation

If I have to pay, I will give it away to a cotton-carder, she said.

Meaning

This expression describes a spiteful or stubborn attitude where a person would rather waste a resource or give it to an irrelevant stranger than pay a legitimate debt or give it to someone who actually deserves it. It highlights the irrationality of acting out of pure spite.

Related Phrases

A dog's tail is crooked; it said it won't change its nature.

This expression is used to describe a person who refuses to change their inherent bad habits or character, regardless of how much advice they receive or how much effort is made to reform them. It is similar to the English proverb 'A leopard cannot change its spots'.

" Where are you going to Madam Fate?" asked one " I'll follow you, go on" she replied. The evil results of mixing with bad company.

This proverb is used to describe the inescapability of destiny or bad luck. It suggests that no matter where a person goes to escape their troubles or misfortune, their fate follows them closely. It is often used when someone tries to change their circumstances but encounters the same problems elsewhere.

Seeing her paramour, she said she would jump into the fire pit.

This expression describes a situation where someone performs a dramatic, hypocritical act of devotion or sacrifice only when an audience (specifically someone they want to impress) is watching. It is used to mock fake sincerity or theatrical displays of loyalty that lack true substance.

Instead of seeking justice, I will bring my uncle.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a person, instead of presenting a logical argument or following a fair process, relies on influence, muscle power, or family connections to settle a matter. It highlights the tendency of some people to ignore the rules of law or fairness in favor of personal backup or intimidation.

He said, 'Lift me up, and I will kick you'

This expression describes a person who is ungrateful or arrogant even when they are in a helpless position. It refers to a situation where someone who is down and needs help to get up is still threatening the person helping them. It is used to mock people who show attitude despite their own vulnerability or those who return a favor with harm.

This song is from that very same record.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone is repeating the same old story, excuse, or behavior. It is similar to the English expression 'the same old tune' or 'same old story.' It implies that there is nothing new or surprising about what is being said or done.

When an aged lady was asked " Why do you shake your head ?" she replied " Because I have nothing better to do." A foolish question, and a smart answer.

This expression is used to describe a person who does something useless or involuntary and tries to justify it as a meaningful activity or a way to pass time. It highlights the tendency to make excuses for involuntary actions or habits that have no real purpose.

It is Abbaḍu who will be ruined, bring me another handful [of money,] I will give it in alms.

This proverb describes a person who, despite being on the verge of bankruptcy or total ruin, continues to act recklessly and extravagantly. It is used to mock someone who shows false generosity or wastes resources they no longer possess, illustrating that their poor judgment is what led to their downfall in the first place.

Abbaḍu is a familiar term applied to a lad. Hens are ay free o' horse corn. (Scotch.)

Bring it to me and I will show you my miracle, he said.

This expression is used to describe someone who makes grand, empty promises or boasts about their capabilities, but only under the condition that someone else does the hard work first. It highlights a person's tendency to take credit for an outcome while contributing nothing to the effort required to reach it.

There is no better answer than silence.

This expression is used to convey that sometimes staying silent is the most powerful or effective way to respond to a situation, provocation, or unnecessary argument. It suggests that silence can prevent further conflict and is often more dignified than words.