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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Proverbs starting with "C"
Cadku ceeji, xil iyo geeriba kuu dil
Flesh may choke you, duty and death may destroy yo...
Flesh may choke you, duty and death may destroy yo...
Car faruurrow, foori gaalee?
O lipless one, how will you whistle?
O lipless one, how will you whistle?
Canbe laf baa ku jirta
There's a seed inside the mango
There's a seed inside the mango
Ceesaantii arigeeda diidda, orgi shisheeyaa saartaa
When a donkey refuses its owner, a stranger rides ...
When a donkey refuses its owner, a stranger rides ...
Col iyo nabad, mid baa caynka lagu xejiyaa
Whether war or peace, both require balance
Whether war or peace, both require balance
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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.