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"
Meeshaad ku qoydid, baa laysku qallajiyaa
You're dried where you got wet
You're dried where you got wet
Musqul nin galay, muraad buu leeyahay
Whoever enters a toilet has a purpose
Whoever enters a toilet has a purpose
Matag meel kuguma simo
Vomit doesn't leave you where it started
Vomit doesn't leave you where it started
Ma xasuusto, isma xabaalo
I don't remember, and I don't bury myself
I don't remember, and I don't bury myself
Marti loo qalay, in lala qabay bay mooddaa
The guest thinks she helped in preparing the feast
The guest thinks she helped in preparing the feast
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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.