Masiibadu adduunyada iyadaa u macallin ah
MEnglish Translation
Calamity is the teacher of the world
Context & Meaning
Hardship teaches more than comfort — pain brings wisdom
Proverb ID
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Maroodi takarta saaran ma arkee, ta kale saaran buu arkaa
The elephant doesn't see its own sore but sees ano...
The elephant doesn't see its own sore but sees ano...
Masiibadu adduunyada iyadaa u macallin ah
Calamity itself teaches the world
Calamity itself teaches the world
Marba sidaad u jabtaa, loo dhutiyaa
As you break, so you're bandaged
As you break, so you're bandaged
Min haddaad gasho, meelo daydaye lama noqdo
Once you've entered, there's no returning from wan...
Once you've entered, there's no returning from wan...
Marti nin ka yar iyo muddo maalin ka yar, midna lama arag
No guest is smaller than the host, and no stay sho...
No guest is smaller than the host, and no stay sho...
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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.