Boraan hadimo ha qodin, ku dhici doontaa mooyee
BEnglish Translation
Don't dig a trap — you might fall into it yourself
Context & Meaning
Evil schemes backfire — harm returns to the doer
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
Buubaal biyaha korkood buu ka didaa
The buoy jumps only on the water's surface
The buoy jumps only on the water's surface
Baruur qudhuntay baa baruuro qudhmisa
Rotten fat spoils fresh fat
Rotten fat spoils fresh fat
Biyo gororay meel godan bay isugu tagaan
Flowing water gathers in a low place
Flowing water gathers in a low place
Badhi mag ma laha
A limb has no reputation
A limb has no reputation
Biyo sacabbadaadaa looga dhergaa
One drinks water only with their own hands
One drinks water only with their own hands
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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.