Bartii yaqaan, bari uma korodho
BEnglish Translation
He who knows the spot doesn't add more dawns
Context & Meaning
Experience needs no repetition — once you've learned, don't redo mistakes
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
Buur caws ah oo biyo ku agyaal, baadi doon, yoobiciidkuba waa
Even the gazelle seeks the grassy hill near water
Even the gazelle seeks the grassy hill near water
Ban waraabiyo gaal baqataba, baraar la helaa
Whether from hyena or infidel, wisdom can be found
Whether from hyena or infidel, wisdom can be found
Baayac-mushtar bilowgiis bur iyo bajiye weeye
Business begins with flour and porridge
Business begins with flour and porridge
Biyo sacabbadaadaa looga dhergaa
One drinks water only with their own hands
One drinks water only with their own hands
Basari buulkeeda bayaa waaye
The sparrow belongs to its own nest
The sparrow belongs to its own nest
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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.