Col ku galay, cabsi kugu reeb
CEnglish Translation
A battle you entered leaves you fearful
Context & Meaning
Experience leaves marks — hardship teaches caution
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "C"
Carruurey, cayntaa baday
Oh children, your playfulness has ruined you
Oh children, your playfulness has ruined you
Col iyo nabad, mid baa caynka lagu xejiyaa
Whether war or peace, both require balance
Whether war or peace, both require balance
Carraabo, fadhaa quusiyey
Carraabo's laziness brought him despair
Carraabo's laziness brought him despair
Cidlo ciirsi ma leh
Loneliness has no helper
Loneliness has no helper
Cuntadaan gacantaada ku jirin iyo afkaagu way kala raagaan
Food not in your hand and your mouth are far apart
Food not in your hand and your mouth are far apart
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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.