Cadku ceeji, xil iyo geeriba kuu dil
CEnglish Translation
Flesh may choke you, duty and death may destroy you
Context & Meaning
Life's burdens are inevitable — duty and mortality can't be escaped
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Proverbs starting with "C"
Caano baqay haddaad aragto, waa bi'is naagood
If you see spilled milk, it's a careless woman's d...
If you see spilled milk, it's a careless woman's d...
Cudud caano gaabsheen, cagaar ma korsho
An arm deprived of milk doesn't grow green
An arm deprived of milk doesn't grow green
Ciise socod kuma laabna, abeesona samir kuma laabna
Jesus doesn't turn back on his journey; the snake ...
Jesus doesn't turn back on his journey; the snake ...
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...
Calool-adayg waa Ilaahay wehelkii
Endurance is God's companion
Endurance is God's companion
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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.