Caano yar iyo ciidan yarba, marka la waayo ayaa la tebaa
CEnglish Translation
Little milk and a small army are missed only when lost
Context & Meaning
We often appreciate small blessings only after they're gone
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "C"
Ciirtay dhammay, ceebtaada yaqaan
He who knows your shame has finished you
He who knows your shame has finished you
Cidlo ciirsi ma leh
Loneliness has no helper
Loneliness has no helper
Caasiga iridkaaga ma mooga, baarri dadow dad kuuma noqdo
The disobedient is never far from your door, but t...
The disobedient is never far from your door, but t...
Canaan ka yaab, ceesaan ma doojo
Fear of blame doesn't stop a wise person's purpose
Fear of blame doesn't stop a wise person's purpose
Canbe laf baa ku jirta
There's a seed inside the mango
There's a seed inside the mango
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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.