Baqal fardo la miratay, dhiggood bay isu mooddaa
BEnglish Translation
A mule running with horses thinks it's one of them
Context & Meaning
Pride without merit is foolish — know your place
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
Baryo iyo is-daluuc layskuma daro
Begging and pride don't go together
Begging and pride don't go together
Ballaysin bir ka adag
A promise is stronger than iron
A promise is stronger than iron
Biyo socda biyo fadhiyey kiciyaan
Flowing water stirs stagnant water
Flowing water stirs stagnant water
Baso waa baso, si kastoo loo subko
An onion is still an onion, no matter how it's coo...
An onion is still an onion, no matter how it's coo...
Biyo meel godan bay isugu tagaan
Water gathers where the ground is low
Water gathers where the ground is low
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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.