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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Proverbs starting with "F"
Fadhi iyo fuud, yicib lays kuma waayo
Sitting and eating never make one rich
Sitting and eating never make one rich
Fallaartii cirka loo ganay, cid kastay filo
The arrow shot into the sky, everyone awaits its f...
The arrow shot into the sky, everyone awaits its f...
Fullaw, guul kuu dhowayd
Coward, victory was near
Coward, victory was near
Falaadhi gilgilasho kaagama godo
The spear doesn't miss by shaking it
The spear doesn't miss by shaking it
Fulay wax ka qoryo badan
The coward has more excuses than sticks
The coward has more excuses than sticks
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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.