Carab iyo labadiisa daan baa isugu dhow, iyana way is qaniinaan

C
English Translation

The tongue and its jaws are close, yet they bite one another

Context & Meaning

Disagreements occur even among those who live together

Proverb ID
#226
Type
Somali Proverb
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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.