Tuug tuug ma xado
TEnglish Translation
A thief doesn't steal from another thief
Context & Meaning
Criminals respect each other's craft — corruption knows its own
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "T"
Tuug la qabtay talo ma laha
The caught thief has no excuse
The caught thief has no excuse
Talo laba adin dhexdood bay ka dhalataa
Wisdom is born between two legs
Wisdom is born between two legs
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
Tol la'aani waa tows
Without kinship, life is rope-burn
Without kinship, life is rope-burn
Tuhun waa sed
Suspicion is a burden
Suspicion is a burden
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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.