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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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "C"
Carruurta mulaca, cayaar cayaar bay u dishaa; isagana waa u qoor gooyo
Mischievous children kill playfully and meet death...
Mischievous children kill playfully and meet death...
Colka wadhaf ma lagu dayey
Has anyone tried throwing a shield at war?
Has anyone tried throwing a shield at war?
Casaan, qurux kama qatana
Red color adds nothing to beauty
Red color adds nothing to beauty
Carab iyo labadiisa daan baa isugu dhow, iyana way is qaniinaan
The tongue and its jaws are close, yet they bite o...
The tongue and its jaws are close, yet they bite o...
Ciirtay dhammay, ceebtaada yaqaan
He who knows your shame has finished you
He who knows your shame has finished you
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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.