Kab xume ma hadho ee kab laawe ayaa hadha
KEnglish Translation
The one with a bad shoe isn't the worst off, but the one without shoes is
Context & Meaning
Having little is better than having nothing — appreciate what you have
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Kibiraw, kab iga xoor; faanawna, far iga jabi
Proud one, throw away my shoe; boaster, break my f...
Proud one, throw away my shoe; boaster, break my f...
Kelyo nimaan lahayn, bay kaadi dishaa
The one without kidneys is killed by his own urine
The one without kidneys is killed by his own urine
Kaftan iyo kaadi baa laysku cadaabaa
Joking and urination both involve pressure
Joking and urination both involve pressure
Kibir wuu kaa saaraa hadhka, meelse kuma geeyo
Pride drives you out of the shade but gives you no...
Pride drives you out of the shade but gives you no...
Karis xun, iyana way ku wax la
Bad cooking spoils even good ingredients
Bad cooking spoils even good ingredients
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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.