Ama faro dufan leh ku qaad, ama faro dac leh
AEnglish Translation
Either take it with oily hands or rough ones
Context & Meaning
Do something fully, whether it's easy or hard
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Arrad waa dan, uskase waa doqonniimo
Hunger is a need; dirtiness is foolishness
Hunger is a need; dirtiness is foolishness
Ayax teg eedna reeb
When locusts leave, they leave blame behind
When locusts leave, they leave blame behind
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 — ...
Arrin waa mid kugu soo booddiyo, mid kugu bariday
A matter either jumps on you or grows slowly
A matter either jumps on you or grows slowly
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.