Maalintii oday, oday baa loo shiraa; habeenkiina habar, habar baa loo shiraa
MEnglish Translation
By day elders gather, by night women gather
Context & Meaning
Every group has its own time and space — respect boundaries
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Madax muuqda iyo mindi sawiran midna lagama samro
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Maxay ka nuugtaa ama ku nuugtaa, dibno iyo naaso midna ma leh
What can it suck or be sucked with when it has nei...
What can it suck or be sucked with when it has nei...
Meeshay carruurtiyo dumarku kugu bartaan, waa laga guuraa
Leave the place where children and women know your...
Leave the place where children and women know your...
Min haddaad gasho, meelo daydaye lama noqdo
Once you've entered, there's no returning from wan...
Once you've entered, there's no returning from wan...
Maalintii intay ishaadu gaadho, la hadal; habeenkiina inta gacantaadu gaadho
By day speak only to whom your eye reaches; by nig...
By day speak only to whom your eye reaches; by nig...
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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.