Amxaaro madax gumac galay leedahaye, madax hadal galo ma leh
AEnglish Translation
The Abyssinian's head takes an arrow, not advice
Context & Meaning
Some people learn only through pain
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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"
Aqoon la'aan waa iftiin la'aan
Without knowledge there is no light
Without knowledge there is no light
Adhi shidho laga daayaa
Sheep are spared from fire
Sheep are spared from fire
Af aanad lahayn lama qabto
A tongue that isn't yours cannot be restrained
A tongue that isn't yours cannot be restrained
Alif kaa xumaaday, Albaqra kaama haro
If you get "Alif" wrong, you'll fail in "Al-Baqara...
If you get "Alif" wrong, you'll fail in "Al-Baqara...
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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.