Ceesaantii arigeeda diidda, orgi shisheeyaa saartaa
CEnglish Translation
When a donkey refuses its owner, a stranger rides it
Context & Meaning
Neglect invites replacement — value what you have before others do
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Proverbs starting with "C"
Cabaadiba cadaab bay ka subxaanalaysataa
Even suffering glorifies deliverance from torment
Even suffering glorifies deliverance from torment
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...
Calafkaa, nin ku rabaa baa haya
Your share is held by the one destined to give it
Your share is held by the one destined to give it
Col naago ka kacay iyo cadho nirig ka kacday, midna sahal kuma qaboobo
A war started by women and anger from a calf both ...
A war started by women and anger from a calf both ...
Ceesaan ninkii weyddiinteda kugu dhibaa, kaxaynteedaa lagu dhibaa
The one who troubles you when asking for the donke...
The one who troubles you when asking for the donke...
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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.