Qof walba intuu cunuu ciidamiyaa
QEnglish Translation
Everyone grows from what they consume
Context & Meaning
Nourishment — physical or mental — shapes who we become
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Proverbs starting with "Q"
Qaadis iyo jiidis waa isla guryo geyn
Carrying and dragging both serve one home
Carrying and dragging both serve one home
Quud aan jirin, qoryo u guro
Chop wood for food that doesn't exist
Chop wood for food that doesn't exist
Qof walba wuxuu dhigtuu dheeftaa
Everyone reaps what they plant
Everyone reaps what they plant
Qof walba qumanihiisaa qoorta ugu jira
Everyone carries their share of burden on their ne...
Everyone carries their share of burden on their ne...
Qufac iyo uur midna ma qarsoomo
A cough and a pregnancy can't be hidden
A cough and a pregnancy can't be hidden
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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.