Cid wax kusiisa, wax badan baad aragtaa; cid kuu talisa, wax yar
CEnglish Translation
Many will give you things, few will give you advice
Context & Meaning
True guidance is rare — material help is common, wisdom scarce
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Proverbs starting with "C"
Cali noolba wax sii
Give something to every living Ali
Give something to every living Ali
Cadho walaal waa la bariyaa
Anger toward a brother can be taught to fade
Anger toward a brother can be taught to fade
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...
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.