Been fakatay, runi ma gaadho
BEnglish Translation
A lie that escapes can't be caught by truth
Context & Meaning
Lies spread faster than truth — words can't be recalled
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
Baryo badan iyo bukaan badanba waa laysku nacaa
Too much begging and too much sickness make people...
Too much begging and too much sickness make people...
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
Barasho horteed, dad ha nicin
Don't hate people before you know them
Don't hate people before you know them
Biyo sacabbadaadaa looga dhergaa
One drinks water only with their own hands
One drinks water only with their own hands
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.