Madax muuqda iyo mindi sawiran midna lagama samro
MEnglish Translation
One can't endure a visible head wound or a drawn knife
Context & Meaning
Obvious danger demands response — don't ignore threats
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Meeshay carruurtiyo dumarku kugu bartaan, waa laga guuraa
Leave the place where children and women know your...
Leave the place where children and women know your...
Maalintii oday, oday baa loo shiraa; habeenkiina habar, habar baa loo shiraa
By day elders gather, by night women gather
By day elders gather, by night women gather
Mas abur buu dhalaa, aburkuna mas buu dhalaa
The snake gives birth to a dragonfly, and the drag...
The snake gives birth to a dragonfly, and the drag...
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.