Carab iyo labadiisa daan baa isugu dhow, iyana way is qaniinaan
CEnglish Translation
The tongue and its jaws are close, yet they bite one another
Context & Meaning
Disagreements occur even among those who live together
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Proverbs starting with "C"
Ciyaar baa dhab u gadoonta
Play often turns into seriousness
Play often turns into seriousness
Cabaadiba cadaab bay ka subxaanalaysataa
Even suffering glorifies deliverance from torment
Even suffering glorifies deliverance from torment
Carruuri kor cabsooday leedahaye, kal cabsooda ma leh
Children fear authority but not one another
Children fear authority but not one another
Colka wadhaf ma lagu dayey
Has anyone tried throwing a shield at war?
Has anyone tried throwing a shield at war?
Carruur gaal ah ma aha, muslimna ma aha; waa kii lagu daraa
A child is neither infidel nor Muslim — it becomes...
A child is neither infidel nor Muslim — it becomes...
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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.