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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Abeesada tan sanqarta iyo tan aamusan, tan aamusan baa la qaatay
Between the noisy snake and the silent one, fear t...
Between the noisy snake and the silent one, fear t...
Afxumo nabad way kaa kaxaysaa, colaadna waxba kaagama tarto
Bad speech takes peace away but adds nothing to wa...
Bad speech takes peace away but adds nothing to wa...
Arrin-xumo abaar ka daran
Poor planning is worse than drought
Poor planning is worse than drought
Abaal dad galaa badan, dad gudaase yar
Many people receive favors; few repay them
Many people receive favors; few repay them
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 — ...
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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.