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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Proverbs starting with "C"
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...
Car faruurrow, foori gaalee?
O lipless one, how will you whistle?
O lipless one, how will you whistle?
Ciyaar baa dhab u gadoonta
Play often turns into seriousness
Play often turns into seriousness
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Little milk and a small army are missed only when ...
Little milk and a small army are missed only when ...
Col naago ka kacay iyo cadho nirig ka kacday, midna sahal kuma qaboobo
A war started by women and anger from a calf both ...
A war started by women and anger from a calf both ...
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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.