Biyo sacabbadaadaa looga dhergaa
BEnglish Translation
One drinks water only with their own hands
Context & Meaning
Everyone must take responsibility for themselves — self-reliance
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
Ballan habeenimo, jarmaado subax bay leedahay
A night promise faces morning regret
A night promise faces morning regret
Buubaal biyaha korkood buu ka didaa
The buoy jumps only on the water's surface
The buoy jumps only on the water's surface
Ban waraabiyo gaal baqataba, baraar la helaa
Whether from hyena or infidel, wisdom can be found
Whether from hyena or infidel, wisdom can be found
Baadi nin aan lahayn bay ag joogtaa
Lost things stay near the one who doesn't own them
Lost things stay near the one who doesn't own them
Bisayl iyo ceedhiin waxa u dhexeeya waa yac-yacood
Between ripeness and rawness lies confusion
Between ripeness and rawness lies confusion
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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.