Mar i dage, Alle ha dago; mar labaadse, anaa is dagay
MEnglish Translation
If you deceive me once, God curse you; twice, I'm to blame
Context & Meaning
Learn from betrayal — wisdom comes from experience
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Proverbs starting with "M"
Maaweelo ma bogsiiso meel bugta
Stories don't heal wounds
Stories don't heal wounds
Marba sidaad u jabtaa, loo dhutiyaa
As you break, so you're bandaged
As you break, so you're bandaged
Ma ciil sokeeyaa ku haya, mise cidhiidhi hoosteedaa lagaa hayaa?
Is it the pain of kinship, or the tightness beneat...
Is it the pain of kinship, or the tightness beneat...
Maroodi takarta saaran ma arkee, ta kale saaran buu arkaa
The elephant doesn't see its own sore but notices ...
The elephant doesn't see its own sore but notices ...
Manfac haddii lagu siiyo, murdiye lama noqdo
When benefit is given, one doesn't remain poor
When benefit is given, one doesn't remain poor
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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.