Maalintii intay ishaadu gaadho, la hadal; habeenkiina inta gacantaadu gaadho
MEnglish Translation
By day speak only to whom your eye reaches; by night only to whom your hand reaches
Context & Meaning
Act within your limits — caution ensures safety
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Proverbs starting with "M"
Manfac haddii lagu siiyo, murdiye lama noqdo
When benefit is given, one doesn't remain poor
When benefit is given, one doesn't remain poor
Marti loo qalay, in lala qabay bay mooddaa
The guest thinks she helped in preparing the feast
The guest thinks she helped in preparing the feast
Marba sidaad u jabtaa, loo dhutiyaa
As you break, so you're bandaged
As you break, so you're bandaged
Mala-duul wuu guulaystaa, xin-duulna wuu guul-darraystaa
The one who flies with purpose succeeds; the one w...
The one who flies with purpose succeeds; the one w...
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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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.