Barasho u yeelo geedkaad cugsan doonto
BEnglish Translation
Get to know the tree you'll lean on
Context & Meaning
Know whom you'll depend on — build trust before need arises
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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...
Bilaysin bir ka adag
A promise is harder than iron
A promise is harder than iron
Bisayl iyo ceedhiin waxa u dhexeeya waa yac-yacood
Between ripeness and rawness lies confusion
Between ripeness and rawness lies confusion
Balaayo laba qad ma leh
Calamity doesn't eat twice a day
Calamity doesn't eat twice a day
Baayac-mushtar bilowgiis bur iyo bajiye weeye
Business begins with flour and porridge
Business begins with flour and porridge
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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.