Fulay wax ka qoryo badan
FEnglish Translation
The coward has more excuses than sticks
Context & Meaning
Fear invents reasons to retreat — excuses block progress
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Proverbs starting with "F"
Far iyo meel bugtaa, is og
The finger and the sore spot know each other
The finger and the sore spot know each other
Faan badan iyo faq badaniba ma wacna
Too much boasting or talking is never good
Too much boasting or talking is never good
Farihii dufan leh, ayaa wax duuga
Greasy fingers clean best
Greasy fingers clean best
Futo iyo dhul isma huraan
The buttocks and the ground are inseparable
The buttocks and the ground are inseparable
Fullaw, guul kuu dhowayd
Coward, victory was near
Coward, victory was near
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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.