Ama afeef hore lahow, ama adkaysi dambe
AEnglish Translation
Either apologize early or be patient later
Context & Meaning
Resolve problems early or bear the outcome
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Arrad waa dan, uskase waa doqonniimo
Hunger is a need; dirtiness is foolishness
Hunger is a need; dirtiness is foolishness
Aqoon-xumo abaar ka daran
Ignorance is worse than drought
Ignorance is worse than drought
Aroos lagama raago, lagumana raago
A wedding isn't delayed nor prolonged
A wedding isn't delayed nor prolonged
Arrin-xumo abaar ka daran
Poor planning is worse than drought
Poor planning is worse than drought
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...
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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.