Af nool wuu hadlaa, eyna way ciyayaan
AEnglish Translation
A living mouth speaks, and dogs bark
Context & Meaning
Expression is natural; silence often means fear
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Proverbs starting with "A"
Adhi been wuu didaa, beense ma dhutin
Sheep reject lies but do not punish them
Sheep reject lies but do not punish them
Abbeey dooli diloow, dad nool maad u daahdaa?
Father, killer of the helpless — are you not asham...
Father, killer of the helpless — are you not asham...
Afar waa afar: noloshu waa niyad, naftu waa qaali, nacaybku waa olol, nabsigu waa qaraar
Four truths — life is spirit, the soul is precious...
Four truths — life is spirit, the soul is precious...
Awr awr wado iyo nin naag waddo, midna kaama leexdaan
A camel led by another and a man led by a woman — ...
A camel led by another and a man led by a woman — ...
Awrba awrka ka horreeya ayuu horraan qaadkiisa leeyahay
Every camel follows the one before it
Every camel follows the one before it
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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.