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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Proverbs starting with "C"
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
Cadku ceeji, xil iyo geeriba kuu dil
Flesh may choke you, duty and death may destroy yo...
Flesh may choke you, duty and death may destroy yo...
Canaan ka yaab, reer ma doojo
Fear of criticism doesn't drive a family away
Fear of criticism doesn't drive a family away
Carruur gaal ah ma aha, muslimna ma aha; waa kii lagu daraa
A child is neither infidel nor Muslim — it becomes...
A child is neither infidel nor Muslim — it becomes...
Canbe laf baa ku jirta
There's a seed inside the mango
There's a seed inside the mango
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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.