Far iyo meel bugtaa, is og
FEnglish Translation
The finger and the sore spot know each other
Context & Meaning
Only the sufferer truly feels their pain
Proverb ID
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Proverbs starting with "F"
Farihii dufan leh, ayaa wax duuga
Greasy fingers clean best
Greasy fingers clean best
Far keliya waji ma maydho
One finger doesn't wash a face
One finger doesn't wash a face
Fulay wax ka qoryo badan
The coward has more excuses than sticks
The coward has more excuses than sticks
Futo iyo dhul isma huraan
The buttocks and the ground are inseparable
The buttocks and the ground are inseparable
Faras aanad lahayn, fuuliddiisa futaqarax baa laga qaadaa
Riding another man's horse bruises your backside
Riding another man's horse bruises your backside
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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.