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"
Faruurow, maxaa Berbera ku geeyey? Dee, faduul!
"Monkey, what took you to Berbera?" "Curiosity!"
"Monkey, what took you to Berbera?" "Curiosity!"
Farsamo xumo, futada cankii bay ku goysaa
Poor skill cuts the anus of the skin
Poor skill cuts the anus of the skin
Fulay hooyadii ma goblanto
The coward's mother never celebrates
The coward's mother never celebrates
Faras aanad lahayn, fuuliddiisa futaqarax baa laga qaadaa
Riding another man's horse bruises your backside
Riding another man's horse bruises your backside
Faro ka ciyaar, dabo ka ciyaar baa dhaanta
Hand-play is better than tail-play
Hand-play is better than tail-play
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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.