Barasho horteed, dad ha nicin
BEnglish Translation
Don't hate people before you know them
Context & Meaning
Avoid prejudice — understanding must precede judgment
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
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...
Birta adag dab ayaa lagu jilciyaa
Hard iron is softened by fire
Hard iron is softened by fire
Biyo ay horotood dhooqo tahay, dabadooda maxaad mooddaa?
If the beginning of the water is muddy, how clean ...
If the beginning of the water is muddy, how clean ...
Beentaada hore, runtaada dambey dishaa
Your earlier lies destroy your later truths
Your earlier lies destroy your later truths
Boraan hadimo ha qodin, ku dhici doontaa mooyee
Don't dig a trap — you might fall into it yourself
Don't dig a trap — you might fall into it yourself
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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.