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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Mas abur buu dhalaa, aburkuna mas buu dhalaa
A snake begets a dragonfly, and the dragonfly a sn...
A snake begets a dragonfly, and the dragonfly a sn...
Marba sidaad u jabtaa, loo dhutiyaa
As you break, so you're bandaged
As you break, so you're bandaged
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The snake gives birth to a dragonfly, and the drag...
The snake gives birth to a dragonfly, and the drag...
Maroodi takarta saaran ma arkee, ta kale saaran buu arkaa
The elephant doesn't see its own sore but sees ano...
The elephant doesn't see its own sore but sees ano...
Meel aanad seexan doonin, laguma luloodo
Don't swing where you won't sleep
Don't swing where you won't sleep
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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.