నూరు ఆవులలో ఒక ఆవు ఈచుకపోతే లెక్కేమిటి

nuru avulalo oka avu ichukapote lekkemiti

Translation

What is the count if one cow goes missing out of a hundred cows?

Meaning

This proverb is used to describe a negligible loss or a situation where a small deficiency does not significantly affect a large hoard or total. It is often used to dismiss a minor loss when one is in an abundant position, though sometimes it carries a sarcastic tone regarding carelessness towards small assets.

Related Phrases

Like saying if it is not enough, it is useless

This expression describes a dismissive attitude where someone devalues or discards something simply because it isn't sufficient for their specific needs, even if it has inherent value. It is often used to criticize people who make excuses or pretend that things they cannot fully attain are worthless.

What can one cuckoo do among a hundred crows?

This expression is used to describe a situation where a single good, talented, or virtuous person is overwhelmed and silenced by a large group of wicked or ignorant people. It signifies that even a beautiful voice or a noble idea can be drowned out by the noise of the masses.

One cuckoo among a hundred crows

This expression is used to describe a person who stands out due to their unique talent, beauty, or virtue in a group of ordinary or inferior people. It highlights excellence amidst mediocrity.

If our sesame seeds do not have oil, what is the use of blaming the oil-presser?

This proverb highlights that if the flaw lies within our own resources or efforts, there is no point in blaming someone else for the poor outcome. It is used when a person tries to shift responsibility for their own failures onto others who are merely providing a service.

If the rooster doesn't crow, won't the sun rise?

This expression is used to humble someone who believes they are indispensable. It suggests that the world does not stop for one person and that natural or necessary events will occur regardless of a specific individual's contribution or presence.

If there is no word, there is no place.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of communication and social interaction. It suggests that if you do not speak or express yourself properly, you will not find a place for yourself in society or in a specific situation. It is often used to encourage people to speak up or to highlight that social status and inclusion are built through speech and reputation.

When cows fight with each other, it is the calves' legs that get broken.

This proverb describes a situation where the conflict between two powerful or senior parties results in the suffering of innocent or subordinate individuals who are caught in the middle. It is used to highlight how collateral damage often affects the most vulnerable.

A calf which has drunk the milk of two cows. It is common among Hindus for childless persons to adopt children of their friends and treat them as their own. Such children are petted both by their real and by their adoptive parents, and are in consequence often spoilt.

This expression refers to a person who is exceptionally strong, healthy, or energetic because they have benefited from multiple sources of support or resources. It can also describe someone who is overly smart, cunning, or quick-witted due to having diverse experiences or 'best of both worlds' advantages.

A woman with six cows went to the house of a woman with three cows to borrow ghee.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone who is seemingly well-off or resourceful seeks help from someone who has much less than them. It highlights irony, poor management, or the hypocrisy of those who possess plenty but still rely on others.

When [wanted for] ploughing it goes among the calves; when grazing it goes with the cows.

This proverb describes a lazy or opportunistic person who makes excuses to avoid work. When hard labor is required (plowing), they claim to be as young and weak as a calf; but when it is time to enjoy benefits (grazing), they join the adults. It is used to mock someone who shirk responsibilities but is always present for the rewards.

The best at eating, the worst at working.