Ma ciil sokeeyaa ku haya, mise cidhiidhi hoosteedaa lagaa hayaa?
MEnglish Translation
Is it the pain of kinship, or the tightness beneath you that hurts?
Context & Meaning
Distinguish between inner and outer causes — understand your true problem
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "M"
Mididii qooqday, dib bay u qaddaa
The heated knife cuts backward
The heated knife cuts backward
Meel Aar ka kacay, Atoor fadh-fadhiistaa
Where the lion leaves, the jackal sits
Where the lion leaves, the jackal sits
Marti iyo maydba waa la muquunshaa
Guests and corpses are both bent
Guests and corpses are both bent
Musqul nin galay, muraad buu leeyahay
Whoever enters a toilet has a purpose
Whoever enters a toilet has a purpose
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
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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.