Bilaysin bir ka adag
BEnglish Translation
A promise is harder than iron
Context & Meaning
A repetition of the earlier saying emphasizing the strength of a vow
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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...
Birta adag dab ayaa lagu jilciyaa
Hard iron is softened by fire
Hard iron is softened by fire
Biyo sare tegay waa la sugayaa
Water that rises is waited for
Water that rises is waited for
Balaayo laba qad ma leh
Calamity doesn't eat twice a day
Calamity doesn't eat twice a day
Ballaysin bir ka adag
A promise is stronger than iron
A promise is stronger 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.