Inta gaari la doon-doonayo, ayaa goombaar wiilkeedu ciidamiyaa
IEnglish Translation
While a car is being sought, the poor woman's son becomes a soldier
Context & Meaning
The poor act while the rich plan — necessity drives quick decisions
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In habari gasho, hali ma qaado
When a woman enters, the cow doesn't rise
When a woman enters, the cow doesn't rise
Il ibtilaysan ayaa belaayo tilmaanta
A troubled eye points out the calamity
A troubled eye points out the calamity
Inantii hooyadeed hadhuudhka tuntaa, iyana haadintay barataa
A daughter whose mother grinds grain learns to sif...
A daughter whose mother grinds grain learns to sif...
Ishiisa laga gartaa, ushiisana lagu tumaa
He's known by his look and beaten with his stick
He's known by his look and beaten with his stick
Intii orod jirtay, kuftina way jirtay
Where running exists, falling does too
Where running exists, falling does too
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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.