Rag waa raggii hore, hadalna waa intuu yidhi
REnglish Translation
Men are like the men of old, and speech like what has been said
Context & Meaning
History repeats — wisdom and sayings never grow old
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "R"
Rag saddex ka ogow: gacan gudhan, gar weecsan, iyo guddoon jilicsan
Beware three men: one with an open palm, one with ...
Beware three men: one with an open palm, one with ...
Rag waa shaah, dumarna waa sheeko
Men are like tea, women like conversation
Men are like tea, women like conversation
Ruuxba dhiishuu ruxduu caanaheeda dhamaa
Everyone finishes the milk from their own pot
Everyone finishes the milk from their own pot
Run iyo ilkaba waa la caddeeyaa
Truth and teeth must both be shown
Truth and teeth must both be shown
Rag la'aan waxba kuma yeeshee, rag xumaa ku disha
The absence of men is harmless, but bad men destro...
The absence of men is harmless, but bad men destro...
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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.