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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Midho daray, duuduubkaa lagu liqaa
Unripe fruit is swallowed whole
Unripe fruit is swallowed whole
Maroodi takarta saaran ma arkee, ta kale saaran buu arkaa
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The elephant doesn't see its own sore but notices ...
Meeshay carruurtiyo dumarku kugu bartaan, waa laga guuraa
Leave the place where children and women know your...
Leave the place where children and women know your...
Maantana far baan maydhayaaye, hay fadhiyo geelo
Today I wash my hands, let others tend the camels
Today I wash my hands, let others tend the camels
Masiibadu adduunyada iyadaa u macallin ah
Calamity is the teacher of the world
Calamity is the teacher of the world
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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.