Macal cune, muuqan doonee
MEnglish Translation
The glutton eventually shows himself
Context & Meaning
Greed reveals itself — hidden excess can't last
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "M"
Misbax minankaaga u mugdi ah, minan dad kale ma loogu nuraa?
If your house is dark, do you light others'?
If your house is dark, do you light others'?
Mididii qooqday, dib bay u qaddaa
The heated knife cuts backward
The heated knife cuts backward
Meel hoo u baahan, hadal wax kama taro
Words don't help where food is needed
Words don't help where food is needed
Masiibadu adduunyada iyadaa u macallin ah
Calamity is the teacher of the world
Calamity is the teacher of the world
Mas iyo digaag daris ma noqdaan
A snake and a chicken can't be neighbors
A snake and a chicken can't be neighbors
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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.