Matag meel kuguma simo
MEnglish Translation
Vomit doesn't leave you where it started
Context & Meaning
Shame or guilt pushes one away — consequences follow wrongs
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Maaweelo ma bogsiiso meel bugta
Stories don't heal wounds
Stories don't heal wounds
Masiibadu adduunyada iyadaa u macallin ah
Calamity is the teacher of the world
Calamity is the teacher of the world
Muraadka magaalo kaa gala, muraayad baa kaa xigta
Between you and your ambition lies a mirror
Between you and your ambition lies a mirror
Mar i dage, Alle ha dago; mar labaadse, anaa is dagay
If you deceive me once, God curse you; twice, I'm ...
If you deceive me once, God curse you; twice, I'm ...
Mala-duul wuu guulaystaa, xin-duulna wuu guul-darraystaa
The one who flies with purpose succeeds; the one w...
The one who flies with purpose succeeds; the one w...
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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.