Marti loo qalay, in lala qabay bay mooddaa

M
English Translation

The guest thinks she helped prepare the feast

Context & Meaning

People often take credit for what others did for them — vanity blinds gratitude

Proverb ID
#704
Type
Somali Proverb
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.