Tuug la qabtay talo ma laha
TEnglish Translation
The caught thief has no excuse
Context & Meaning
Once exposed, guilt is undeniable — honesty is the only cure
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "T"
Tolkaa maw talisay, mase tuugtay
Did you consult your clan or steal from them?
Did you consult your clan or steal from them?
Tuug tuug ma xado
A thief doesn't steal from another thief
A thief doesn't steal from another thief
Talo adigaa ku nool, ee iyadu kuguma noola
You live by advice, but advice doesn't live by you
You live by advice, but advice doesn't live by you
Talo laba adin dhexdood bay ka dhalataa
Wisdom is born between two legs
Wisdom is born between two legs
Tol la'aani waa tows
Without kinship, life is rope-burn
Without kinship, life is rope-burn
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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.