Carrab dalab leh waa la gartaa, uur dadbanse lama garto
CEnglish Translation
A greedy tongue can be seen, but a hidden heart cannot
Context & Meaning
Words reveal greed, but inner motives remain unseen
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Casaan, qurux kama qatana
Red color adds nothing to beauty
Red color adds nothing to beauty
Car faruurrow, foori gaalee?
O lipless one, how will you whistle?
O lipless one, how will you whistle?
Cirmigaagoo dheeraadaa, geel dhalayana waa ku tusaa
Long life shows you camels giving birth
Long life shows you camels giving birth
Cali noolba wax sii
Give something to every living Ali
Give something to every living Ali
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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.