Ceel dad liqa, ul baa lagu dayaa
CEnglish Translation
A well that swallows people is tested with a stick
Context & Meaning
Test danger before facing it — caution prevents harm
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "C"
Carab lo'aad caws looma tilmaamo
You don't show a cow its grass
You don't show a cow its grass
Ciirtay dhammay, ceebtaada yaqaan
He who knows your shame has finished you
He who knows your shame has finished you
Calool rag waa webi xagaa
A man's heart is a flowing river
A man's heart is a flowing river
Ceebtaadaad kow ogtahay, kun looma sheego
If you know your first flaw, you needn't be told a...
If you know your first flaw, you needn't be told a...
Carab iyo ilkaa cid isugu dhow, iyaguna way is qaniinaan
The tongue and teeth are close, yet they bite each...
The tongue and teeth are close, yet they bite each...
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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.