Mas iyo digaag daris ma noqdaan
MEnglish Translation
Snake and chicken cannot be neighbors
Context & Meaning
Natural enemies can't coexist — avoid impossible partnerships
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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 intay ishaadu gaadho, la hadal; habeenkiina inta gacantaadu gaadho
By day speak only to whom your eye reaches; by nig...
By day speak only to whom your eye reaches; by nig...
Marti iyo maydba waa la muquunshaa
Guests and corpses are both bent
Guests and corpses are both bent
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
Marti loo qalay, in lala qabay bay mooddaa
The guest thinks she helped in preparing the feast
The guest thinks she helped in preparing the feast
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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.