Meel hoo u baahan, hadal wax kama taro
MEnglish Translation
Words don't help where food is needed
Context & Meaning
Practical help outweighs talk — action beats sympathy
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Proverbs starting with "M"
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
Mala-duul wuu guulaystaa, xin-duulna wuu guul-darraystaa
The one who flies with purpose succeeds; the one w...
The one who flies with purpose succeeds; the one w...
Martidu iyadaa kala naxda
The guests themselves become uneasy
The guests themselves become uneasy
Mukulaal minankeedii joogta, miciya aar bay leedahay
A cat at home has a lion's claws
A cat at home has a lion's claws
Madiidaan la'aan, waa la midgoobaa
Without unity, isolation follows
Without unity, isolation follows
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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.