Col hortii baa hub la samaystaa
CEnglish Translation
Weapons are made before war
Context & Meaning
Preparation prevents disaster — plan ahead
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "C"
Ceesaantii arigeeda diidda, orgi shisheeyaa saartaa
When a donkey refuses its owner, a stranger rides ...
When a donkey refuses its owner, a stranger rides ...
Ciyaar baa dhab u gadoonta
Play often turns into seriousness
Play often turns into seriousness
Car faruurrow, foori gaalee?
O lipless one, how will you whistle?
O lipless one, how will you whistle?
Canaan ka yaab, ceesaan ma doojo
Fear of blame doesn't stop a wise person's purpose
Fear of blame doesn't stop a wise person's purpose
Canjeero siday u kala koreyso ayaa loo cunaa
Pancakes are eaten in the order they're stacked
Pancakes are eaten in the order they're stacked
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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.