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"
Baayac-mushtar bilowgiis bur iyo bajiye weeye
Business begins with flour and porridge
Business begins with flour and porridge
Barasho horteed, dad ha nicin
Don't hate people before you know them
Don't hate people before you know them
Bililiqo-doon waa nabad-diid
A looter is an enemy of peace
A looter is an enemy of peace
Buur caws ah oo biyo ku agyaal, baadi doon, yoobiciidkuba waa
Even the gazelle seeks the grassy hill near water
Even the gazelle seeks the grassy hill near water
Belaayo hor la qabtay leedahay, ee dabo la qabto ma leh
Trouble can be stopped from the front, not from be...
Trouble can be stopped from the front, not from be...
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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.