Fardo laysu hayo, maxaa laysugu faanaa
FEnglish Translation
When horses are shared, why boast?
Context & Meaning
Don't brag about what belongs to all — humility fits equality
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Faanoole fari kama qodna
The boastful doesn't dig the ground
The boastful doesn't dig the ground
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
Fulay hooyadii ma goblanto
The coward's mother never celebrates
The coward's mother never celebrates
Fardaha dheereeyaa, fagaaraha ayay isku arkaan
Fast horses meet on the open field
Fast horses meet on the open field
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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.