Col naago ka kacay iyo cadho nirig ka kacday, midna sahal kuma qaboobo
CEnglish Translation
A war started by women and anger from a calf both cool slowly
Context & Meaning
Emotional beginnings take time to settle — avoid impulsive conflicts
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "C"
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
Carruuri kor cabsooday leedahaye, kal cabsooda ma leh
Children fear authority but not one another
Children fear authority but not one another
Calool rag waa webi xagaa
A man's heart is a flowing river
A man's heart is a flowing river
Ciyaar baa dhab u gadoonta
Play often turns into seriousness
Play often turns into seriousness
Carab lo'aad caws looma tilmaamo
You don't show a cow its grass
You don't show a cow its grass
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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.