La jiifiyaana bannaan, la joojiyaana bannaan
LEnglish Translation
Lying down and standing up are both allowed
Context & Meaning
Everyone has freedom — fairness means letting others choose
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "L"
Libaax aan dhiig dhadhamin, habeen ma ciyo
A lion that hasn't tasted blood doesn't roar at ni...
A lion that hasn't tasted blood doesn't roar at ni...
Labadii qaydhin ku qaybsatay, bisayl iskuma cawrido
Two immature ones who shared food won't share in m...
Two immature ones who shared food won't share in m...
Lama huraan waa caws jiilaal
The inevitable is like dry grass in drought
The inevitable is like dry grass in drought
Laf jabtay, sideedii ma noqoto
A broken bone never becomes the same again
A broken bone never becomes the same again
Laba qaawan isma qaaddo
Two naked people can't carry each other
Two naked people can't carry each other
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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.