Belaayo kaa sii jeedda, layskuma soo jeedsho
BEnglish Translation
Don't call back a calamity that's leaving you
Context & Meaning
When misfortune passes, let it go — don't bring back the past
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Proverbs starting with "B"
Biyo gororay meel godan bay isugu tagaan
Flowing water gathers in a low place
Flowing water gathers in a low place
Beeni raad ma leh
Lies leave no trail
Lies leave no trail
Belaayo, "guur" bay ku tiraahdaa ama "guurso"
Calamity says to you, "marry or get married"
Calamity says to you, "marry or get married"
Bartii yaqaan, bar xoolaad kuma korodho
He who knows the place won't lose his livestock th...
He who knows the place won't lose his livestock th...
Beerka jecli, xaydha jecli
Love the liver, love the fat
Love the liver, love the fat
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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.