Maroodi takarta saaran ma arkee, ta kale saaran buu arkaa
MEnglish Translation
The elephant doesn't see its own sore but sees another's
Context & Meaning
People notice others' faults before their own — self-awareness is rare
Proverb ID
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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
Manjo dhooqo leh, kuwo dhaqanaa ka roon
A muddy reed is worse than clean ones
A muddy reed is worse than clean ones
Milil hoosteed lama dhayo, haddii la dhayana qudhun baa looga dhacaa
A boil under the skin isn't touched; if touched, p...
A boil under the skin isn't touched; if touched, p...
Maalintii oday, oday baa loo shiraa; habeenkiina habar, habar baa loo shiraa
By day elders gather, by night women gather
By day elders gather, by night women gather
Maska madaxaa laga dilaa
The snake is killed from the head
The snake is killed from the head
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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.