Ma xasuusto, isma xabaalo
MEnglish Translation
I don't remember, and I don't bury myself
Context & Meaning
Forgetfulness excuses fault — humor about human imperfection
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Proverbs starting with "M"
Mididii qooqday, dib bay u qaddaa
The heated knife cuts backward
The heated knife cuts backward
Magaalo qayrkaa ha u cay, adiguna ha deynin
Don't insult another's town while staying in yours
Don't insult another's town while staying in yours
Mas abur buu dhalaa, aburkuna mas buu dhalaa
The snake gives birth to a dragonfly, and the drag...
The snake gives birth to a dragonfly, and the drag...
Madiidaan la'aan, waa la midgoobaa
Without unity, isolation follows
Without unity, isolation follows
Maba lulatee, maxay leeftaa?
It doesn't swing, so what does it lick?
It doesn't swing, so what does it lick?
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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.