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
Cadho walaal waa la bariyaa
Anger toward a brother can be taught to fade
Anger toward a brother can be taught to fade
Carraabo, fadhaa quusiyey
Carraabo's laziness brought him despair
Carraabo's laziness brought him despair
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Sense enters beasts through the nose, animals thro...
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Fear of criticism doesn't drive a family away
Fear of criticism doesn't drive a family away
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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.