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"
Adduun i khiyaanee
World, deceive me if you can
World, deceive me if you can
Adin waa la dhibaa, ilna waa la dhowraa
The ear suffers, the eye is protected
The ear suffers, the eye is protected
Ammaanadu kugu raagtay, inaad leedahay baad mooddaa
A trust that stays long with you seems like yours
A trust that stays long with you seems like yours
Af nool wuu hadlaa, eyna way ciyayaan
A living mouth speaks, and dogs bark
A living mouth speaks, and dogs bark
Arrin kaa tagtay, "Ahaa" sooma celiso
What's gone cannot be brought back by "if only"
What's gone cannot be brought back by "if only"
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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.