Falaadhi gilgilasho kaagama godo
FEnglish Translation
The spear doesn't miss by shaking it
Context & Meaning
Effort doesn't guarantee success — precision matters
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "F"
Far keliya waji ma maydho
One finger doesn't wash a face
One finger doesn't wash a face
Far keliya fool ma dhaqdo
One finger can't clean a face
One finger can't clean a face
Faras aanad lahayn, fuuliddiisa futaqarax baa laga qaadaa
Riding another man's horse bruises your backside
Riding another man's horse bruises your backside
Far bugtaa, faro ka dheer
The wounded finger feels longer than the rest
The wounded finger feels longer than the rest
Fallaartii cirka loo ganay, cid kastay filo
The arrow shot into the sky, everyone awaits its f...
The arrow shot into the sky, everyone awaits its f...
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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.