Meel hal lagu qalay, mana hadal yara mana hilib yara
MEnglish Translation
The place where a camel is slaughtered lacks neither talk nor meat
Context & Meaning
Big events bring both wealth and gossip
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Proverbs starting with "M"
Miidaamo dhega maleh, hadduu malag dhawaaqayo
Death has no ears, even if angels cry out
Death has no ears, even if angels cry out
Mas abur buu dhalaa, aburkuna mas buu dhalaa
The snake gives birth to a dragonfly, and the drag...
The snake gives birth to a dragonfly, and the drag...
Marba sidaad u jabtaa, loo dhutiyaa
As you break, so you're bandaged
As you break, so you're bandaged
Marti iyo maydba waa la muquunshaa
Guests and corpses are both bent
Guests and corpses are both bent
Meel hoo u baahan, hadal wax kama taro
Words don't help where food is needed
Words don't help where food is needed
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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.