Caana daatay, dabadood la qabtaa
CEnglish Translation
Once milk is spilled, you can't catch it
Context & Meaning
What's lost is gone — regret doesn't recover what's past
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "C"
Canaan ka yaab, reer ma doojo
Fear of criticism doesn't drive a family away
Fear of criticism doesn't drive a family away
Caqli: dugaag sankuu ka galay; xoolo, sankuu ka galay; rag, xabadkuu ka galay; naago, indhuu ka galay
Sense enters beasts through the nose, animals thro...
Sense enters beasts through the nose, animals thro...
Casarkii wixii kugu dhacaa, cishihii lagugu caayaa
What happens to you in the afternoon, you're mocke...
What happens to you in the afternoon, you're mocke...
Calafkaa, nin ku rabaa baa haya
Your share is held by the one destined to give it
Your share is held by the one destined to give it
Carruuri kor cabsooday leedahaye, kal cabsooda ma leh
Children fear authority but not one another
Children fear authority but not one another
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About Somali Proverbs
Somali proverbs (Maahmaah Soomaali) are an integral part of Somali culture, passed down through generations. They reflect the wisdom, values, and experiences of the Somali people, often relating to pastoral life, community, and traditional values.