Mugdi, arlaada geed ii goduh
MEnglish Translation
Darkness, hide me under the nearest tree
Context & Meaning
In times of fear, even small shelter suffices — survival first
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Proverbs starting with "M"
Manjo dhooqo leh, kuwo dhaqanaa ka roon
A muddy reed is worse than clean ones
A muddy reed is worse than clean ones
Marba sidaad u jabtaa, loo dhutiyaa
As you break, so you're bandaged
As you break, so you're bandaged
Ma sugto, meher ma leh
She who doesn't wait gets no dowry
She who doesn't wait gets no dowry
Marti iyo maydba waa la muquunshaa
Both guests and corpses are bent
Both guests and corpses are bent
Misbax minankaaga u mugdi ah, minan dad kale ma loogu nuraa?
If your house is dark, do you light others'?
If your house is dark, do you light others'?
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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.