Bawdo rag, maalinba mid baa qaawan
BEnglish Translation
Among men, one's thigh is exposed each day
Context & Meaning
Everyone faces shame or hardship at some point — life exposes all
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
Beentaada hore, runtaada dambey dishaa
Your earlier lies destroy your later truths
Your earlier lies destroy your later truths
Belo markay adiga kaa maqan tahay, qayrkaa bay ku maqan tahay
When disaster spares you, it's with someone else
When disaster spares you, it's with someone else
Been doode, been buu dhaartaa
A liar swears by his own lie
A liar swears by his own lie
Barasho u yeelo geedkaad cugsan doonto
Get to know the tree you'll lean on
Get to know the tree you'll lean on
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
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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.