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
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "L"
Lax gawracan maqaarsiib kuma xanuunsato
A slaughtered sheep doesn't feel skinning
A slaughtered sheep doesn't feel skinning
Lacagina lacag bay dhashaa, injirina qindhicil
Money gives birth to money, and figs to seeds
Money gives birth to money, and figs to seeds
Luqun dheeraatay, madax ma dhaafto
A long neck doesn't surpass the head
A long neck doesn't surpass the head
La jiifiyaana bannaan, la joojiyaana bannaan
Lying down and standing up are both allowed
Lying down and standing up are both allowed
Lugtii jeeniga dhaaftaa, way jabtaa
The leg that crosses the ditch breaks
The leg that crosses the ditch breaks
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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.