Adhi-jir xil bay wadaagtaa
AEnglish Translation
Herding is a shared responsibility
Context & Meaning
Cooperation is key to success and safety
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Agjoog; ninkii xoolo doonayo, Xamar agjoog
Stay close to wealth — whoever seeks fortune, stay...
Stay close to wealth — whoever seeks fortune, stay...
Alla-aamin ma iisho
He who trusts everyone goes hungry
He who trusts everyone goes hungry
Awr awr wado iyo nin naag waddo, midna kaama leexdaan
A camel led by another and a man led by a woman — ...
A camel led by another and a man led by a woman — ...
Af jabay sidii ma noqdo
A broken mouth never returns to its shape
A broken mouth never returns to its shape
Af nool abooto mudac
A living mouth is sharper than a spear
A living mouth is sharper than a spear
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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.