Af nool abooto mudac
AEnglish Translation
A living mouth is sharper than a spear
Context & Meaning
Words can wound more deeply than weapons
Proverb ID
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Proverbs starting with "A"
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"
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
Awr kala guurtay, uurar kala guuray baa ka xun
Separated camels are bad, but separated hearts are...
Separated camels are bad, but separated hearts are...
Aadmi la arkaybaa dhib la arkay
When people meet, problems appear
When people meet, problems appear
Allow nin aan wax ogayn ha cadaabin
O God, don't punish the ignorant man
O God, don't punish the ignorant man
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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.