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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Proverbs starting with "M"
Maalintii intay ishaadu gaadho, la hadal; habeenkiina inta gacantaadu gaadho
By day speak only to whom your eye reaches; by nig...
By day speak only to whom your eye reaches; by nig...
Manjo dhooqo leh, kuwo dhaqanaa ka roon
A muddy reed is worse than clean ones
A muddy reed is worse than clean ones
Marti iyo maydba waa la muquunshaa
Guests and corpses are both bent
Guests and corpses are both bent
Meel hoo u baahan, hadal wax kama taro
Words don't help where food is needed
Words don't help where food is needed
Mukulaal minankeedii joogta, miciya aar bay leedahay
A cat at home has a lion's claws
A cat at home has a lion's claws
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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.