Cali noolba wax sii
CEnglish Translation
Give something to every living Ali
Context & Meaning
Be generous to the living — charity is for the present, not the dead
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "C"
Canjeero siday u kala koreyso ayaa loo cunaa
Pancakes are eaten in the order they're stacked
Pancakes are eaten in the order they're stacked
Car faruurrow, foori gaalee?
O lipless one, how will you whistle?
O lipless one, how will you whistle?
Ciyi waa ka beryey
The howling is over
The howling is over
Canaan ka yaab, reer ma doojo
Fear of criticism doesn't drive a family away
Fear of criticism doesn't drive a family away
Cidlo ciirsi ma leh
Loneliness has no helper
Loneliness has no helper
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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.