Far bugtaa, faro ka dheer
FEnglish Translation
The wounded finger feels longer than the rest
Context & Meaning
Personal pain always feels greater than others'
Proverb ID
#438Type
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Proverbs starting with "F"
Fullaw, guul kuu dhowayd
Coward, victory was near
Coward, victory was near
Faan badan iyo faq badaniba ma wacna
Too much boasting or talking is never good
Too much boasting or talking is never good
Farsamo xumo, futada cankii bay ku goysaa
Poor skill cuts the anus of the skin
Poor skill cuts the anus of the skin
Far iyo meel bugtaa, is og
The finger and the sore spot know each other
The finger and the sore spot know each other
Far keliya fool ma dhaqdo
One finger can't clean a face
One finger can't clean a face
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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.