Manjo dhooqo leh, kuwo dhaqanaa ka roon
MEnglish Translation
A muddy reed is worse than clean ones
Context & Meaning
It's better to keep things pure — prevention is better than repair
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Proverbs starting with "M"
Marti loo qalay, in lala qabay bay mooddaa
The guest thinks she helped prepare the feast
The guest thinks she helped prepare the feast
Mudduci markhaati leh, ayaan maankay ka waayey
I've never seen a liar with a true witness
I've never seen a liar with a true witness
Martidu marka hore reerkaa ka naxa, marka dambana iyadaa kala naxda
At first the guests worry the hosts, later they wo...
At first the guests worry the hosts, later they wo...
Maska madaxaa laga dilaa
The snake is killed from the head
The snake is killed from the head
Mugdi, arlaada geed ii goduh
Darkness, hide me under the nearest tree
Darkness, hide me under the nearest tree
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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.