Ri waalan, ridaada laguma xidho
REnglish Translation
You don't tie a mad goat with your rope
Context & Meaning
Avoid sharing resources with the reckless — protect your property
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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
Runi rag kama nixiso
Truth doesn't frighten real men
Truth doesn't frighten real men
Roob magaalo ku hooray, ramaas soo bixin maayee, laamiguu ku raftaa
Rain in the city doesn't sprout grass, it just run...
Rain in the city doesn't sprout grass, it just run...
Reer ba'ow, yaa ku leh!
Oh ruined family, who owns you?
Oh ruined family, who owns you?
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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.