Been doode, been buu dhaartaa
BEnglish Translation
A liar swears by his own lie
Context & Meaning
Dishonest people use oaths to hide deceit
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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
Baruuro sabool, badhaadhe leeyahay
The poor man's fat belongs to the rich man
The poor man's fat belongs to the rich man
Biyo sare tegay waa la sugayaa
Water that rises is waited for
Water that rises is waited for
Been fakatay, runi ma gaadho
A lie that escapes can't be caught by truth
A lie that escapes can't be caught by truth
Bir baa bir goysa
Iron cuts iron
Iron cuts 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.