Fallaartii cirka loo ganay, cid kastay filo
FEnglish Translation
The arrow shot into the sky, everyone awaits its fall
Context & Meaning
Actions have consequences for all — what goes up comes down
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "F"
Far keliya fool ma dhaqdo
One finger can't clean a face
One finger can't clean a face
Falaadhi gilgilasho kaagama godo
The spear doesn't miss by shaking it
The spear doesn't miss by shaking it
Faan badan iyo faq badaniba ma wacna
Too much boasting or talking is never good
Too much boasting or talking is never good
Faruurow, maxaa Berbera ku geeyey? Dee, faduul!
"Monkey, what took you to Berbera?" "Curiosity!"
"Monkey, what took you to Berbera?" "Curiosity!"
Fadhi iyo fuud, yicib lays kuma waayo
Sitting and eating never make one rich
Sitting and eating never make one rich
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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.