Arrin-xumo abaar ka daran
AEnglish Translation
Poor planning is worse than drought
Context & Meaning
Mismanagement destroys more than scarcity
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Af hadlaaba wuu aamusaa
Even a talking mouth must rest
Even a talking mouth must rest
Af aanad lahayn lama qabto
A tongue that isn't yours cannot be restrained
A tongue that isn't yours cannot be restrained
Aboorku inta aanu kugu tufin, ayaa lagu tufaa
The ant spits before you spit on it
The ant spits before you spit on it
Allow aqoon-xumo ha nagu cadaabin, eexona ha naga tegin
O God, don't punish us for ignorance or leave us t...
O God, don't punish us for ignorance or leave us t...
Af jabay sidii ma noqdo
A broken mouth never returns to its shape
A broken mouth never returns to its shape
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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.