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
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "M"
Macal cune, muuqan doonee
The glutton eventually shows himself
The glutton eventually shows himself
Maska madaxaa laga dilaa
The snake is killed from the head
The snake is killed from the head
Madax aanad lahayn, miyirkiisa laysma saaro
You can't trust the mind of a head you don't own
You can't trust the mind of a head you don't own
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
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
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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.