Buubaal biyaha korkood buu ka didaa
BEnglish Translation
The buoy jumps only on the water's surface
Context & Meaning
Some people only act on appearances — shallow and noisy
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
Balaayo buulkaagaa laga galaa
Trouble enters through your own hut
Trouble enters through your own hut
Bil-saddex reerkaagana waa kaa kaxaysaa, reer kalena kuuma geyso
Three months after marriage, your wife leaves your...
Three months after marriage, your wife leaves your...
Bartii yaqaan, bari uma korodho
He who knows the spot doesn't add more dawns
He who knows the spot doesn't add more dawns
Bisayl iyo ceedhiin waxa u dhexeeya waa yac-yacood
Between ripeness and rawness lies confusion
Between ripeness and rawness lies confusion
Bisqin rag bay kuu geysaa, ragse kaama celiso
Adultery leads you to men, but no man will save yo...
Adultery leads you to men, but no man will save yo...
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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.