Meeshaad ku qoydid, baa laysku qallajiyaa
MEnglish Translation
You're dried where you got wet
Context & Meaning
Problems must be solved where they began — face your issues
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Proverbs starting with "M"
Maska madaxaa laga dilaa
The snake is killed from the head
The snake is killed from the head
Marti iyo maydba waa la muquunshaa
Guests and corpses are both bent
Guests and corpses are both bent
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...
Martidu iyadaa kala naxda
The guests themselves become uneasy
The guests themselves become uneasy
Mar i dage, Ilaahay ha dago; mar labaadse, anaa is dagay
Deceive me once, God curse you; deceive me twice, ...
Deceive me once, God curse you; deceive me twice, ...
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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.