Baruur qudhuntay baa baruuro qudhmisa
BEnglish Translation
Rotten fat spoils fresh fat
Context & Meaning
Bad company corrupts good people
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
Bawdo rag, maalinba mid baa qaawan
Among men, one's thigh is exposed each day
Among men, one's thigh is exposed each day
Bir baa bir goysa
Iron cuts iron
Iron cuts iron
Baryo iyo is-daluuc layskuma daro
Begging and pride don't go together
Begging and pride don't go together
Belaayo, "guur" bay ku tiraahdaa ama "guurso"
Calamity says to you, "marry or get married"
Calamity says to you, "marry or get married"
Biyo meel godan bay isugu tagaan
Water gathers where the ground is low
Water gathers where the ground is low
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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.