Awr kala guurtay, uurar kala guuray baa ka xun
AEnglish Translation
Separated camels are bad, but separated hearts are worse
Context & Meaning
Emotional distance is more painful than physical distance
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Awrka dambe awrka hore socodkiisuu leeyahay
The rear camel's movement depends on the front one
The rear camel's movement depends on the front one
Abbeey dooli diloow, dad nool maad u daahdaa?
Father, killer of the helpless — are you not asham...
Father, killer of the helpless — are you not asham...
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...
Arrimo rag waa mudacyo afkood
Men's affairs are like daggers from the mouth
Men's affairs are like daggers from the mouth
Awr awr wado iyo nin naag waddo, midna kaama leexdaan
A camel led by another and a man led by a woman — ...
A camel led by another and a man led by a woman — ...
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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.