Martidu marka hore reerkaa ka naxa, marka dambana iyadaa kala naxda
MEnglish Translation
At first the guests worry the hosts, later they worry themselves
Context & Meaning
Hospitality becomes burden with time — long visits strain kindness
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Masiibadu adduunyada iyadaa u macallin ah
Calamity is the teacher of the world
Calamity is the teacher of the world
Maxay ka nuugtaa ama ku nuugtaa, dibno iyo naaso midna ma leh
What can it suck or be sucked with when it has nei...
What can it suck or be sucked with when it has nei...
Maaweelo ma bogsiiso meel bugta
Stories don't heal wounds
Stories don't heal wounds
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 ...
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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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.