Ma taagtaa baad guurtaa, mise taako-taako?
MEnglish Translation
Will you jump at once or move inch by inch?
Context & Meaning
Asking whether to act boldly or gradually — strategy depends on courage
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Proverbs starting with "M"
Meelaad madaxeeda tahay, mijo lagama noqdo
You can't retreat from where your head has reached
You can't retreat from where your head has reached
Mididii qooqday, dib bay u qaddaa
The heated knife cuts backward
The heated knife cuts backward
Mar i dage, Ilaahay ha dago; mar labaadse, anaa is dagay
Deceive me once, God curse you; deceive me twice, ...
Deceive me once, God curse you; deceive me twice, ...
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...
Marba sidaad u jabtaa, loo dhutiyaa
As you break, so you're bandaged
As you break, so you're bandaged
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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.