Car faruurrow, foori gaalee?
CEnglish Translation
O lipless one, how will you whistle?
Context & Meaning
Don't attempt what you're unfit for — know your limitations
Proverb ID
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Proverbs starting with "C"
Col iyo abaar, cagahaagaa lagaga baxaa
War and drought are escaped with your own feet
War and drought are escaped with your own feet
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...
Carruuri waa ciil laga waynaado
Children are a pain one outgrows
Children are a pain one outgrows
Col naago ka kacay iyo cadho nirig ka kacday, midna sahal kuma qaboobo
A war started by women and anger from a calf both ...
A war started by women and anger from a calf both ...
Caqli gaal iyo indho quraanjo lama arko
The intellect of an infidel and the eyes of an ant...
The intellect of an infidel and the eyes of an ant...
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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.