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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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "C"
Cirmigaagoo dheeraadaa, geel dhalayana waa ku tusaa
Long life shows you camels giving birth
Long life shows you camels giving birth
Col iyo nabad, mid baa caynka lagu xejiyaa
Whether war or peace, both require balance
Whether war or peace, both require balance
Carruurey, cayntaa baday
Oh children, your playfulness has ruined you
Oh children, your playfulness has ruined you
Car faruurrow, foori gaalee?
O lipless one, how will you whistle?
O lipless one, how will you whistle?
Cali noolba wax sii
Give something to every living Ali
Give something to every living Ali
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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.