పిచ్చుగుంటలవాని పెండ్లి ఎంత, వైభవమెంత

pichchuguntalavani pendli enta, vaibhavamenta

Translation

How small is the Pichiguntla man's wedding, and how much can its grandeur be?

Meaning

This proverb is used to comment on situations where someone with very limited resources or a low status attempts to put on a grand show, or when the expectations of success are naturally limited by one's humble circumstances. It highlights the mismatch between one's actual capacity and an exaggerated display of pomp.

Related Phrases

Your marriage is rubbish, come to my marriage and betel.

This expression describes a person who is extremely selfish and dismissive of others' priorities. It refers to someone who ignores the importance of another person's significant event (like their own wedding) while demanding they attend and participate in his own affairs.

The stomach burn of a young girl.

This expression refers to the intense, often irrational jealousy or envy felt by a young person towards others. It is commonly used to describe the competitive nature or the 'evil eye' (disti) that arises from youth when they see others succeeding or possessing something they desire.

They said your wedding is ruined, so come to my wedding to collect the ritual betel leaves (tamboolam).

This expression is used to describe a person who is extremely insensitive or selfish. It refers to a situation where someone ignores another person's tragedy or loss and instead asks them for help or participation in their own celebration. It highlights a complete lack of empathy.

How long does a gypsy's marriage take ? how long does an entertainment last ? Applied to the grandeur of arrogant people.

This proverb is used to describe an event or situation that is inherently small, humble, or lacks resources, despite any attempts to make it seem grand. It suggests that one's celebrations or actions are limited by their status or means, often used to comment on the modest nature of an undertaking.

Like the river Ganges flowing over a sparrow's puddle.

This expression describes a situation where an overwhelming, immense force or resource is applied to a tiny, insignificant problem. It is used when the effort or solution is vastly disproportionate to the actual need, often implying that the small entity or issue will be completely submerged or trivialized by the greatness of the incoming force.

A husband is obtained based on past merit; grandeur is obtained based on wealth.

This proverb suggests that life's outcomes are proportional to what one possesses or has earned. Just as a good husband is traditionally seen as a result of one's good deeds (karma), the level of luxury one enjoys is directly limited by their financial resources. It is used to explain that one's status or results are commensurate with their efforts or assets.

No matter how much they have learned, no matter how much they have seen, no matter how great they are, they are still slaves to women.

This expression suggests that regardless of a man's education, wisdom, worldly experience, or social status, he is ultimately susceptible to the charms and influence of a woman. It is often used to describe how even the most powerful or intellectual men can become weak or subservient when it comes to their romantic interests or the women in their lives.

A slushy pit for cattle, a hidden grain storage pit for the farmer.

This proverb highlights how resources or environments are utilized differently based on necessity. Just as a muddy area serves as a resting spot for cattle, a farmer uses a deep, concealed pit (pathara) to safely store and preserve harvested grain from pests and theft. It refers to the resourcefulness of rural life and the importance of secure storage for one's livelihood.

Any quantity of presents must suffice at a dead man's marriage. When a marriage takes place, presents of cloths are sent to the bride and bridegroom by their relations. Return gifts of about equal value are made shortly after the marriage. Should the bridegroom, however, die during the ceremonies, no presents are returned, and no complaints are therefore made regarding the value of those received.

This expression is used to describe a situation where one should be content with whatever little benefit or payment they receive in a hopeless or lost situation. Since a dead man cannot marry, any dowry received is an unexpected bonus from a failed endeavor.

Like saying, 'May your wedding be ruined, but come and hold a torch at mine.'

This expression describes a person's extreme selfishness and lack of empathy. It refers to someone who curses or wishes ill upon others, yet shamelessly expects those same people to help them or serve them in their own endeavors.