Cuntadaan gacantaada ku jirin iyo afkaagu way kala raagaan
CEnglish Translation
Food not in your hand and your mouth are far apart
Context & Meaning
Don't depend on promises — only what you hold is truly yours
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Proverbs starting with "C"
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...
Ceebtaadaad kow ogtahay, kun looma sheego
If you know your first flaw, you needn't be told a...
If you know your first flaw, you needn't be told a...
Col ku galay, cabsi kugu reeb
A battle you entered leaves you fearful
A battle you entered leaves you fearful
Ciyigii waa ka beryey, qofkii cunay baa ka liita
The howling has ended, but the one who ate still s...
The howling has ended, but the one who ate still s...
Caana daatay, dabadood la qabtaa
Once milk is spilled, you can't catch it
Once milk is spilled, you can't catch it
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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.