Laba tallaabo dhexdood baa talo ka dhalataa
LEnglish Translation
Wisdom is born between two steps
Context & Meaning
Experience guides decision-making — progress teaches prudence
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "L"
Laxi shilalkay is dhigtaa lagu qalaa
The sheep is slaughtered where it lies down
The sheep is slaughtered where it lies down
Laba qaawan isma qaaddo
Two naked people can't carry each other
Two naked people can't carry each other
Libaax nin aan aqoon baa lax ka rida
Only the ignorant bring down a lion
Only the ignorant bring down a lion
Labo bukta ma is baaniyaan
Two sick people don't comfort each other
Two sick people don't comfort each other
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.