Colka wadhaf ma lagu dayey
CEnglish Translation
Has anyone tried throwing a shield at war?
Context & Meaning
Some actions are useless — choose wise strategies
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "C"
Canaan ka yaab, reer ma doojo
Fear of criticism doesn't drive a family away
Fear of criticism doesn't drive a family away
Casarkii wixii kugu dhacaa, cishihii lagugu caayaa
What happens to you in the afternoon, you're mocke...
What happens to you in the afternoon, you're mocke...
Cirmigaagoo dheeraadaa, geel dhalayana waa ku tusaa
Long life shows you camels giving birth
Long life shows you camels giving birth
Ciyi waa ka beryey
The howling is over
The howling is over
Caqli: dugaag sankuu ka galay; xoolo, sankuu ka galay; rag, xabadkuu ka galay; naago, indhuu ka galay
Sense enters beasts through the nose, animals thro...
Sense enters beasts through the nose, animals thro...
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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.