Fulay hooyadii ma goblanto
FEnglish Translation
The coward's mother never celebrates
Context & Meaning
Only the brave bring honor — courage earns respect
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "F"
Fardo laysu hayo, maxaa laysugu faanaa
When horses are shared, why boast?
When horses are shared, why boast?
Fullaw, guul kuu dhowayd
Coward, victory was near
Coward, victory was near
Fadhi iyo fuud, yicib lays kuma waayo
Sitting and eating never make one rich
Sitting and eating never make one rich
Far keliya fool ma dhaqdo
One finger can't clean a face
One finger can't clean a face
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.