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"
Muruqa laba suulle, ninba si ku ah
Each man bends his biceps differently
Each man bends his biceps differently
Manjo dhooqo leh, kuwo dhaqanaa ka roon
A muddy reed is worse than clean ones
A muddy reed is worse than clean ones
Maba lulatee, maxay leeftaa?
It doesn't swing, so what does it lick?
It doesn't swing, so what does it lick?
Maska madaxaa laga dilaa
The snake is killed from the head
The snake is killed from the head
Meel hal lagu qalay, mana hadal yara mana hilib yara
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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.