Madiidaan la'aan, waa la midgoobaa
MEnglish Translation
Without unity, isolation follows
Context & Meaning
Division weakens — strength lies in togetherness
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Proverbs starting with "M"
Madax muuqda iyo mindi sawiran midna lagama samro
One can't endure a visible head wound or a drawn k...
One can't endure a visible head wound or a drawn k...
Madax meel ka sarraysa oo la taabtaa ma jirto
There's no head higher than can be reached
There's no head higher than can be reached
Martidu marka hore reerkaa ka naxa, marka dambana iyadaa kala naxda
At first the guests worry the hosts, later they wo...
At first the guests worry the hosts, later they wo...
Mas iyo digaag daris ma noqdaan
A snake and a chicken can't be neighbors
A snake and a chicken can't be neighbors
Mudduci markhaati leh, ayaan maankay ka waayey
I've never seen a liar with a true witness
I've never seen a liar with a true witness
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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.