Laabtu low ma aha, hadba la laalaabi karo
LEnglish Translation
The heart isn't a flame that can be folded at will
Context & Meaning
Emotions aren't easily controlled — feelings have depth
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "L"
Labo bukta ma is baaniyaan
Two sick people don't comfort each other
Two sick people don't comfort each other
Lama huraan waa caws jiilaal
The inevitable is like dry grass in drought
The inevitable is like dry grass in drought
Libaax laba god lagama kiciyo
A lion isn't chased from two dens
A lion isn't chased from two dens
Laba layskuma daro: bidaar iyo timo, baryo iyo ad-adayg
You can't have baldness and hair, begging and prid...
You can't have baldness and hair, begging and prid...
Libaax nin ganay iyo nin galaday, waa kala ogyihiin
The one who speared the lion and the one who skinn...
The one who speared the lion and the one who skinn...
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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.