Mididii qooqday, dib bay u qaddaa
MEnglish Translation
The heated knife cuts backward
Context & Meaning
Anger harms its owner — control your temper
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Proverbs starting with "M"
Marti nin ka yar iyo muddo maalin ka yar midna lama arag
There's no guest smaller than the host, nor stay s...
There's no guest smaller than the host, nor stay s...
Martidu iyadaa kala naxda
The guests themselves become uneasy
The guests themselves become uneasy
Muruqa laba suulle, ninba si ku ah
Each man bends his biceps differently
Each man bends his biceps differently
Maalintii intay ishaadu gaadho, la hadal; habeenkiina inta gacantaadu gaadho
By day speak only to whom your eye reaches; by nig...
By day speak only to whom your eye reaches; by nig...
Meel hal lagu qalay, mana hadal yara mana hilib yara
The place where a camel is slaughtered lacks neith...
The place where a camel is slaughtered lacks neith...
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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.