Barasho horteed, dad ha nicin
BEnglish Translation
Don't hate people before you know them
Context & Meaning
Avoid prejudice — understanding must precede judgment
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
Barasho horteed ha i nicin
Don't dislike me before knowing me
Don't dislike me before knowing me
Baqal fardo la miratay, dhiggood bay isu mooddaa
A mule running with horses thinks it's one of them
A mule running with horses thinks it's one of them
Barooriba buulkeeday ku hartaa
Crying ends in its own nest
Crying ends in its own nest
Beerka jecli, xaydha jecli
Love the liver, love the fat
Love the liver, love the fat
Bannaankiis maray maradiisa geed ma qabsado
Whoever walks outside his garment finds no shade
Whoever walks outside his garment finds no shade
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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.