Caasiga iridkaaga ma mooga, baarri dadow dad kuuma noqdo
CEnglish Translation
The disobedient is never far from your door, but the righteous won't always visit
Context & Meaning
Trouble is always near; good people are scarce
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "C"
Carab iyo ilkaa cid isugu dhow, iyaguna way is qaniinaan
The tongue and teeth are close, yet they bite each...
The tongue and teeth are close, yet they bite each...
Caleen qudhac, calool geel ma buuxiso
An acacia leaf doesn't fill a camel's belly
An acacia leaf doesn't fill a camel's belly
Carab lo'aad caws looma tilmaamo
You don't show a cow its grass
You don't show a cow its grass
Carruurey, cayntaa baday
Oh children, your playfulness has ruined you
Oh children, your playfulness has ruined you
Ceel dad liqa, ul baa lagu dayaa
A well that swallows people is tested with a stick
A well that swallows people is tested with a stick
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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.