Masiibadu adduunyada iyadaa u macallin ah
MEnglish Translation
Calamity itself teaches the world
Context & Meaning
Suffering is life's greatest teacher — hardship builds wisdom
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "M"
Maba lulatee, maxay leeftaa?
It doesn't swing, so what does it lick?
It doesn't swing, so what does it lick?
Marba sidaad u jabtaa, loo dhutiyaa
As you break, so you are bandaged
As you break, so you are bandaged
Meel hoo u baahan, hadal wax kama taro
Words don't help where food is needed
Words don't help where food is needed
Maska madaxaa laga dilaa
The snake is killed from the head
The snake is killed from the head
Marti nin ka yar iyo muddo maalin ka yar midna lama arag
There's no guest smaller than the host, nor stay s...
There's no guest smaller than the host, nor stay s...
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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.