Carruuri waa ciil laga waynaado
CEnglish Translation
Children are a pain one outgrows
Context & Meaning
Raising children is hard but rewarding — patience leads to pride later
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Proverbs starting with "C"
Col iyo nabad, mid baa caynka lagu xejiyaa
Whether war or peace, both require balance
Whether war or peace, both require balance
Carab iyo labadiisa daan baa isugu dhow, iyana way is qaniinaan
The tongue and its jaws are close, yet they bite o...
The tongue and its jaws are close, yet they bite o...
Caano jiilaal canba canbid
Milk in the dry season is as rare as the leaves of...
Milk in the dry season is as rare as the leaves of...
Caleen qudhac, calool geel ma buuxiso
An acacia leaf doesn't fill a camel's belly
An acacia leaf doesn't fill a camel's belly
Caqli gaal iyo indho quraanjo lama arko
The intellect of an infidel and the eyes of an ant...
The intellect of an infidel and the eyes of an ant...
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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.