Aqoon-xumo abaar ka daran
AEnglish Translation
Ignorance is worse than drought
Context & Meaning
Lack of knowledge causes more suffering than hunger
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Proverbs starting with "A"
Ama waa la muuqdaa, ama waa la maqanyahay
Either be visible or be absent
Either be visible or be absent
Af nool abooto mudac
A living mouth is sharper than a spear
A living mouth is sharper than a spear
Arrin nin la toosan ayaa nin kale tuur la leh
A man with sense is the one another leans on
A man with sense is the one another leans on
Af daboolan dahab waaye
A closed mouth is gold
A closed mouth is gold
Afar gacmood abaar ka daran
Four greedy hands are worse than drought
Four greedy hands are worse than drought
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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.