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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Proverbs starting with "M"
Manjo dhooqo leh, kuwo dhaqanaa ka roon
A muddy reed is worse than clean ones
A muddy reed is worse than clean ones
Midho gunti ku jira, midho geed saaran looma daadsho
Fruit in the lap isn't dropped for fruit in the tr...
Fruit in the lap isn't dropped for fruit in the tr...
Maska madaxaa laga dilaa
The snake is killed from the head
The snake is killed from the head
Manjo dhooqo leh, marba mid baa la siibaa
A muddy reed is peeled one at a time
A muddy reed is peeled one at a time
Masiibadu adduunyada iyadaa u macallin ah
Calamity is the teacher of the world
Calamity is the teacher of the world
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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.