Canbe laf baa ku jirta
CEnglish Translation
There's a seed inside the mango
Context & Meaning
Every sweetness hides difficulty — good things come with challenges
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "C"
Cali noolba wax sii
Give something to every living Ali
Give something to every living Ali
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
Col hortii baa hub la samaystaa
Weapons are made before war
Weapons are made before war
Caana daatay, dabadood la qabtaa
Once milk is spilled, you can't catch it
Once milk is spilled, you can't catch it
Casarkii wixii kugu dhacaa, cishihii lagugu caayaa
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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.