Carruurta mulaca, cayaar cayaar bay u dishaa; isagana waa u qoor gooyo
CEnglish Translation
Mischievous children kill playfully and meet death seriously
Context & Meaning
Recklessness leads to disaster — play can turn deadly
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Proverbs starting with "C"
Ciirtay dhammay, ceebtaada yaqaan
He who knows your shame has finished you
He who knows your shame has finished you
Carruuri kor cabsooday leedahaye, kal cabsooda ma leh
Children fear authority but not one another
Children fear authority but not one another
Canjeero siday u kala koreyso ayaa loo cunaa
Pancakes are eaten in the order they're stacked
Pancakes are eaten in the order they're stacked
Cuntadaan gacantaada ku jirin iyo afkaagu way kala raagaan
Food not in your hand and your mouth are far apart
Food not in your hand and your mouth are far apart
Ciyigii waa ka beryey, qofkii cunay baa ka liita
The howling has ended, but the one who ate still s...
The howling has ended, but the one who ate still s...
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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.