Ishiisa laga gartaa, ushiisana lagu tumaa
IEnglish Translation
He's known by his look and beaten with his stick
Context & Meaning
People reveal themselves through expression — appearance exposes character
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Indho is jecel, isma eegi karaan
Loving eyes can't look straight at each other
Loving eyes can't look straight at each other
Inta Jiilaal loo adkaysto, jir looma adkeysto
When one endures the dry season, the body doesn't ...
When one endures the dry season, the body doesn't ...
Isma hubsato, aroorkeeda ka mashxaradaa la yidhaahdaa
She doesn't check herself but celebrates her weddi...
She doesn't check herself but celebrates her weddi...
Inta gaari la doon-doonayo, ayaa goombaar wiilkeedu ciidamiyaa
While a car is being sought, the poor woman's son ...
While a car is being sought, the poor woman's son ...
Irrid af ma daboosho, ee ood baa daboosha
A door isn't closed by words but by a bar
A door isn't closed by words but by a bar
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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.