Laf jabtay, sideedii ma noqoto
LEnglish Translation
A broken bone never becomes the same again
Context & Meaning
Some damage leaves a mark forever — healing doesn't erase history
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "L"
Labadii qaydhin ku qaybsatay, bisayl iskuma cawrido
Two immature ones who shared food won't share in m...
Two immature ones who shared food won't share in m...
Libaax nin aan aqoon baa lax ka rida
Only the ignorant bring down a lion
Only the ignorant bring down a lion
Labadii xaqdaro ku heshiisa, xaqay ku diriraan
Those who unite in injustice fight over justice
Those who unite in injustice fight over justice
Lax gawracan maqaarsiib kuma xanuunsato
A slaughtered sheep doesn't feel skinning
A slaughtered sheep doesn't feel skinning
Laba qaawan isma qaaddo
Two naked people can't carry each other
Two naked people can't carry each other
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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.