Abaal dad galaa badan, dad gudaase yar
AEnglish Translation
Many people receive favors; few repay them
Context & Meaning
Gratitude is rare — people often forget good deeds done for them
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Af nool wuu hadlaa, eyna way ciyayaan
A living mouth speaks, and dogs bark
A living mouth speaks, and dogs bark
Ayax teg eedna reeb
When locusts leave, they leave blame behind
When locusts leave, they leave blame behind
Allow aqoon-xumo ha nagu cadaabin, eexona ha naga tegin
O God, don't punish us for ignorance or leave us t...
O God, don't punish us for ignorance or leave us t...
Adhi shidho laga daayaa
Sheep are spared from fire
Sheep are spared from fire
Amxaaro madax gumac galay leedahaye, madax hadal galo ma leh
The Abyssinian's head takes an arrow, not advice
The Abyssinian's head takes an arrow, not advice
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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.