Midho gunti ku jira, midho geed saaran looma daadsho
MEnglish Translation
Fruit in the lap isn't dropped for fruit in the tree
Context & Meaning
Don't abandon what's certain for what's uncertain — value what you have
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "M"
Maaweelo ma bogsiiso meel bugta
Stories don't heal wounds
Stories don't heal wounds
Maalintii oday, oday baa loo shiraa; habeenkiina habar, habar baa loo shiraa
By day elders gather, by night women gather
By day elders gather, by night women gather
Markuu kuu soo socdana war buu kuu sidaa, markuu kaa sii socdana war buu kaa sidaa
When he comes, he brings news; when he leaves, he ...
When he comes, he brings news; when he leaves, he ...
Meel hoo u baahan, hadal wax kama taro
Words don't help where food is needed
Words don't help where food is needed
Macal cune, muuqan doonee
The glutton eventually shows himself
The glutton eventually shows himself
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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.