Col iyo abaar, cagahaagaa lagaga baxaa
CEnglish Translation
War and drought are escaped with your own feet
Context & Meaning
Self-reliance and movement bring safety — don't wait for rescue
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
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
Caqli gaal iyo indho quraanjo lama arko
The intellect of an infidel and the eyes of an ant...
The intellect of an infidel and the eyes of an ant...
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...
Carraabo, fadhaa quusiyey
Carraabo's laziness brought him despair
Carraabo's laziness brought him despair
Ceel dad liqa, ul baa lagu dayaa
A well that swallows people is tested with a stick
A well that swallows people is tested with a stick
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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.