Adduunyo ka kabo liid, aakhirana salaad liid
AEnglish Translation
Weak in worldly shoes, weak in prayer for the hereafter
Context & Meaning
A person who fails in both worldly and spiritual duties
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Proverbs starting with "A"
Ama faro dufan leh ku qaad, ama faro dac leh
Either take it with oily hands or rough ones
Either take it with oily hands or rough ones
Adigoo nabad u balawaara, beloy kaalay lama yiraahdo
When you call for peace, don't invite disaster
When you call for peace, don't invite disaster
Arrin-xumo abaar ka daran
Poor planning is worse than drought
Poor planning is worse than drought
Aboorku inta aanu kugu tufin, ayaa lagu tufaa
The ant spits before you spit on it
The ant spits before you spit on it
Aan wada hadalno waa aan heshiinno
Let's talk; talking leads to agreement
Let's talk; talking leads to agreement
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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.