Basari buulkeeda bayaa waaye
BEnglish Translation
The sparrow belongs to its own nest
Context & Meaning
Everyone belongs where they come from — home defines belonging
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
Bartii yaqaan, bari uma korodho
He who knows the spot doesn't add more dawns
He who knows the spot doesn't add more dawns
Belaayo, "guur" bay ku tiraahdaa ama "guurso"
Calamity says to you, "marry or get married"
Calamity says to you, "marry or get married"
Belaayo hor la qabtay leedahay, ee dabo la qabto ma leh
Trouble can be stopped from the front, not from be...
Trouble can be stopped from the front, not from be...
Baruuro sabool, badhaadhe leeyahay
The poor man's fat belongs to the rich man
The poor man's fat belongs to the rich man
Bilaysin bir ka adag
A promise is harder than iron
A promise is harder than iron
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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.