Lax gawracan maqaarsiib kuma xanuunsato
LEnglish Translation
A slaughtered sheep doesn't feel skinning
Context & Meaning
The worst has already happened — suffering has limits
Proverb ID
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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
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
Labadii xaqdaro ku heshiisa, xaqay ku diriraan
Those who unite in injustice fight over justice
Those who unite in injustice fight over justice
Libaax aan dhiig dhadhamin, habeen ma ciyo
A lion that hasn't tasted blood doesn't roar at ni...
A lion that hasn't tasted blood doesn't roar at ni...
Laf jabtay, sideedii ma noqoto
A broken bone never becomes the same again
A broken bone never becomes the same again
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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.