Ciyigii waa ka beryey, qofkii cunay baa ka liita
CEnglish Translation
The howling has ended, but the one who ate still suffers
Context & Meaning
After chaos, the guilty still bear the burden — actions have consequences
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "C"
Ciyowgii habeen dhawaaqay, wax buu dareemay
The night's crying dog felt something
The night's crying dog felt something
Car faruurrow, foori gaalee?
O lipless one, how will you whistle?
O lipless one, how will you whistle?
Cudud caano gaabsheen, cagaar ma korsho
An arm deprived of milk doesn't grow green
An arm deprived of milk doesn't grow green
Cadho walaal waa la bariyaa
Anger toward a brother can be taught to fade
Anger toward a brother can be taught to fade
Caana daatay, dabadood la qabtaa
Once milk is spilled, you can't catch it
Once milk is spilled, you can't catch it
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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.