Biyo sare tegay waa la sugayaa
BEnglish Translation
Water that rises is waited for
Context & Meaning
Patience brings results — good things take time
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
Badhi mag ma laha
A limb has no reputation
A limb has no reputation
Biyahaan fiiqsi loo liqin iyo hadalkaan fiirsi loo oran, feer bay wax yeelaan
Water swallowed carelessly and words spoken though...
Water swallowed carelessly and words spoken though...
Belaayo kaa sii jeedda, layskuma soo jeedsho
Don't call back a calamity that's leaving you
Don't call back a calamity that's leaving you
Baso waa baso, si kastoo loo subko
An onion is still an onion, no matter how it's coo...
An onion is still an onion, no matter how it's coo...
Beeni raad ma leh
Lies leave no trail
Lies leave no trail
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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.