Indho is jecel, isma eegi karaan
IEnglish Translation
Loving eyes can't look straight at each other
Context & Meaning
Deep affection brings shyness — love humbles the heart
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "I"
Ishaadu waa kula da', dhegtaaduna way kaa da' weyn tahay
Your eyes are your peers, but your ears are older ...
Your eyes are your peers, but your ears are older ...
Isu qabe aan loo qabin
Married to oneself without being married by others
Married to oneself without being married by others
Ishaadaa kuu macallin ah
Your eye is your teacher
Your eye is your teacher
Isma og, aqalkiibay aslaysaa
Without realizing, she's cursing her own home
Without realizing, she's cursing her own home
Inta gaari la doon-doonayo, ayaa goombaar wiilkeedu ciidamiyaa
While a car is being sought, the poor woman's son ...
While a car is being sought, the poor woman's son ...
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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.