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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Ammaanadu kugu raagtay, inaad leedahay baad mooddaa
A trust that stays long with you seems like yours
A trust that stays long with you seems like yours
Adhi been wuu didaa, beense ma dhutin
Sheep reject lies but do not punish them
Sheep reject lies but do not punish them
Arrin-xumo abaar ka daran
Poor planning is worse than drought
Poor planning is worse than drought
Ama waa la muuqdaa, ama waa la maqanyahay
Either be visible or be absent
Either be visible or be absent
Alla-aamin ma iisho
He who trusts everyone goes hungry
He who trusts everyone goes hungry
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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.