Mas iyo digaag daris ma noqdaan
MEnglish Translation
A snake and a chicken can't be neighbors
Context & Meaning
Enemies can't coexist — avoid impossible relationships
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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
Matag meel kuguma simo
Vomit doesn't leave you where it started
Vomit doesn't leave you where it started
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
A snake begets a dragonfly, and the dragonfly a sn...
A snake begets a dragonfly, and the dragonfly a sn...
Muruqa laba suulle, ninba si ku ah
Each man bends his biceps differently
Each man bends his biceps differently
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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.