Biyahaan fiiqsi loo liqin iyo hadalkaan fiirsi loo oran, feer bay wax yeelaan
BEnglish Translation
Water swallowed carelessly and words spoken thoughtlessly both hurt the ribs
Context & Meaning
Rash actions and careless speech cause pain — think before acting
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
Barasho horteed, dad ha nicin
Don't hate people before you know them
Don't hate people before you know them
Barasho horteed ha i nicin
Don't dislike me before knowing me
Don't dislike me before knowing me
Baqal fardo la miratay, dhiggood bay isu mooddaa
A mule running with horses thinks it's one of them
A mule running with horses thinks it's one of them
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...
Bilaysin bir ka adag
A promise is harder than iron
A promise is harder than iron
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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.