एक बीमार सौ अनार
उस बीमार आदमी के लिए तो एक बीमार सौ अनार भी कम हैं।
For that sick man, even a hundred pomegranates are not enough.
A situation where one person's needs are so great that even an abundance of resources feels insufficient.
उस बीमार आदमी के लिए तो एक बीमार सौ अनार भी कम हैं।
For that sick man, even a hundred pomegranates are not enough.
उसके लिए तो एक करोड़ रुपये भी एक बीमार सौ अनार हैं।
For him, even ten million rupees are like one sick person and a hundred pomegranates.
This proverb emphasizes the disproportionate scale of need compared to available resources.
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Pro Tip
Usage Context
Use this proverb when someone's demands seem unreasonable or when resources are stretched thin. It can also be used humorously to describe a situation where effort is disproportionate to the outcome.
Gold Rule
Literal vs. Figurative Meaning
Do not take the phrase literally. The 'sick person' and 'pomegranates' are symbolic, not literal. Focus on the imbalance between need and resources.
Word Origin
The phrase originates from Hindi literature, where 'एक बीमार' (one sick person) symbolizes a single overwhelming need or problem, and 'सौ अनार' (a hundred pomegranates) represents an abundance of resources. The contrast highlights the inadequacy of resources in the face of a significant need.
Usage Notes
This proverb is used to describe situations where the demand far exceeds the supply, often in a humorous or ironic context. It is commonly used in everyday speech to express the idea that no matter how much you offer, it will never be enough for the person in need.