Af jooga looma adeego
AEnglish Translation
A present mouth needs no interpreter
Context & Meaning
Speak for yourself — don't rely on others to represent you
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Proverbs starting with "A"
Aqoon la'aani waa iftiin la'aan
Ignorance is darkness
Ignorance is darkness
Af nool wuu hadlaa, eyna way ciyayaan
A living mouth speaks, and dogs bark
A living mouth speaks, and dogs bark
Ama afeef hore lahow, ama adkaysi dambe
Either apologize early or be patient later
Either apologize early or be patient later
Adhi-jir ma kala abaal waayo
Shepherds never forget each other's help
Shepherds never forget each other's help
Abeesana dhul u ekaysaa bay ku dishaa, wadaadna dad u ekaysaa
A snake kills on ground that suits it; a cleric de...
A snake kills on ground that suits it; a cleric de...
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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.