Arrin waa mid kugu soo booddiyo, mid kugu bariday
AEnglish Translation
A matter either jumps on you or grows slowly
Context & Meaning
Be prepared for both sudden and slow challenges
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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
Atoorku intiisuu guun ku yahay
The coward's strength is only in boasting
The coward's strength is only in boasting
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
Af daboolan dahab waaye
A closed mouth is gold
A closed mouth is gold
Aboorku inta aanu kugu tufin, ayaa lagu tufaa
The ant spits before you spit on it
The ant spits before you spit on it
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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.