Arrin aan sidii futo riyo la feydin, ma fayoobaato
AEnglish Translation
A matter not properly cleaned like a goat's tail never heals
Context & Meaning
Problems must be fully solved
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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"
Arrimo rag waa mudacyo afkood
Men's affairs are like daggers from the mouth
Men's affairs are like daggers from the mouth
Ama faro dufan leh ku qaad, ama faro dac leh
Either take it with oily hands or rough ones
Either take it with oily hands or rough ones
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
Afar waa afar: noloshu waa niyad, naftu waa qaali, nacaybku waa olol, nabsigu waa qaraar
Four truths — life is spirit, the soul is precious...
Four truths — life is spirit, the soul is precious...
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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.