Lacagina lacag bay dhashaa, injirina qindhicil
LEnglish Translation
Money gives birth to money, and figs to seeds
Context & Meaning
Wealth grows wealth — success breeds more success
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "L"
Libaax deeqi ka gurxamisay
The lion growled at generosity
The lion growled at generosity
Lama gano falaadh kugu soo noqon doonta
Don't shoot an arrow that might return to you
Don't shoot an arrow that might return to you
Laba tallaabo dhexdood baa talo ka dhalataa
Wisdom is born between two steps
Wisdom is born between two steps
Libaax nin aan aqoon baa lax ka rida
Only the ignorant bring down a lion
Only the ignorant bring down a lion
Laxi shilalkay is dhigtaa lagu qalaa
The sheep is slaughtered where it lies down
The sheep is slaughtered where it lies down
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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.