Colkaa ma dhammaadee, ka kuu xigo ha u danbeeyo
CEnglish Translation
War never ends — let the one nearest you come last
Context & Meaning
Avoid spreading conflict — don't escalate fights
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Proverbs starting with "C"
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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
Caana daatay, dabadood la qabtaa
Once milk is spilled, you can't catch it
Once milk is spilled, you can't catch it
Carrab dalab leh waa la gartaa, uur dadbanse lama garto
A greedy tongue can be seen, but a hidden heart ca...
A greedy tongue can be seen, but a hidden heart ca...
Ceel biyo leh ma foga
A well with water isn't far away
A well with water isn't far away
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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.