Ma xasuusto, isma xabaalo
MEnglish Translation
I don't remember, and I don't bury myself
Context & Meaning
Forgetfulness excuses fault — humor about human imperfection
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Meel aanad seexan doonin, laguma luloodo
Don't swing where you won't sleep
Don't swing where you won't sleep
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...
Marti loo qalay, in lala qabay bay mooddaa
The guest thinks she helped prepare the feast
The guest thinks she helped prepare the feast
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...
Maalintii oday, oday baa loo shiraa; habeenkiina habar, habar baa loo shiraa
By day elders gather, by night women gather
By day elders gather, by night women gather
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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.