Marti iyo maydba waa la muquunshaa
MEnglish Translation
Both guests and corpses are bent
Context & Meaning
Guests, like the dead, must humble themselves — respect the house
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The one who flies with purpose succeeds; the one w...
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Ma sugto, meher ma leh
She who doesn't wait gets no dowry
She who doesn't wait gets no dowry
Musqul nin galay, muraad buu leeyahay
Whoever enters a toilet has a purpose
Whoever enters a toilet has a purpose
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
Masiibadu adduunyada iyadaa u macallin ah
Calamity is the teacher of the world
Calamity is the teacher of the world
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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.