Kuftin, jilib iyo habaar waalid midna sahal kuma hadho
KEnglish Translation
A knee injury and a parent's curse both heal slowly
Context & Meaning
Some wounds — physical or moral — take long to mend
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "K"
Karis xun, iyana way ku wax la
Bad cooking spoils even good ingredients
Bad cooking spoils even good ingredients
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
Kolka waylaha la helo, ayaa lo'dana la maalaa
When calves are found, cows are milked
When calves are found, cows are milked
Kibir waa lagu kufaa
Pride causes a fall
Pride causes a fall
Kitaab meelaan lagu fasirayn, laguma furfuro
A book isn't opened where it can't be explained
A book isn't opened where it can't be explained
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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.