Madax aanad lahayn, miyirkiisa laysma saaro
MEnglish Translation
You can't trust the mind of a head you don't own
Context & Meaning
Don't depend on others' judgment — think for yourself
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Proverbs starting with "M"
Mididii qooqday, dib bay u qaddaa
The heated knife cuts backward
The heated knife cuts backward
Marba sidaad u jabtaa, loo dhutiyaa
As you break, so you are bandaged
As you break, so you are bandaged
Miidaamo dhega maleh, hadduu malag dhawaaqayo
Death has no ears, even if angels cry out
Death has no ears, even if angels cry out
Marba sidaad u jabtaa, loo dhutiyaa
As you break, so you're bandaged
As you break, so you're bandaged
Markuu kuu soo socdana war buu kuu sidaa, markuu kaa sii socdana war buu kaa sidaa
When he comes, he brings news; when he leaves, he ...
When he comes, he brings news; when he leaves, he ...
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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.