Laba qaawan isma qaaddo
LEnglish Translation
Two naked people can't carry each other
Context & Meaning
The helpless can't help the helpless — support needs strength
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "L"
Layligu kasha biyihiisa ku jiruu ka didaa
The frog jumps from the water that's its own
The frog jumps from the water that's its own
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...
Libaax nin aan aqoon baa lax ka rida
Only the ignorant bring down a lion
Only the ignorant bring down a lion
Laabtu low ma aha, hadba la laalaabi karo
The heart isn't a flame that can be folded at will
The heart isn't a flame that can be folded at will
Labadii xaqdaro ku heshiisa, xaqay ku diriraan
Those who unite in injustice fight over justice
Those who unite in injustice fight over justice
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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.