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"
Biyo sare tegay waa la sugayaa
Water that rises is waited for
Water that rises is waited for
Biyahaan fiiqsi loo liqin iyo hadalkaan fiirsi loo oran, feer bay wax yeelaan
Water swallowed carelessly and words spoken though...
Water swallowed carelessly and words spoken though...
Baruuro sabool, badhaadhe leeyahay
The poor man's fat belongs to the rich man
The poor man's fat belongs to the rich man
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 ...
Beerka jecli, xaydha jecli
Love the liver, love the fat
Love the liver, love the fat
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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.