Bartii yaqaan, bar xoolaad kuma korodho
BEnglish Translation
He who knows the place won't lose his livestock there again
Context & Meaning
Lessons learned prevent future loss
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
Baadi nin aan lahayn bay ag joogtaa
Lost things stay near the one who doesn't own them
Lost things stay near the one who doesn't own them
Birta adag dab ayaa lagu jilciyaa
Hard iron is softened by fire
Hard iron is softened by fire
Beeni raad ma leh
Lies leave no trail
Lies leave no trail
Beerka jecli, xaydha jecli
Love the liver, love the fat
Love the liver, love the fat
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...
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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.