Lugtii jeeniga dhaaftaa, way jabtaa
LEnglish Translation
The leg that crosses the ditch breaks
Context & Meaning
Overstepping limits causes harm — know your boundaries
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "L"
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...
Labadii xaqdaro ku heshiisa, xaqay ku diriraan
Those who unite in injustice fight over justice
Those who unite in injustice fight over justice
Libaax laba god lagama kiciyo
A lion isn't chased from two dens
A lion isn't chased from two dens
Luqun dheeraatay, madax ma dhaafto
A long neck doesn't surpass the head
A long neck doesn't surpass the head
Lacagina lacag bay dhashaa, injirina qindhicil
Money gives birth to money, and figs to seeds
Money gives birth to money, and figs to seeds
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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.