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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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...
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"
Abeesada tan sanqarta iyo tan aamusan, tan aamusan baa la qaatay
Between the noisy snake and the silent one, fear t...
Between the noisy snake and the silent one, fear t...
Adhi-jir xil bay wadaagtaa
Herding is a shared responsibility
Herding is a shared responsibility
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.