Riyuhu lugtooday shalan ku doontaan
REnglish Translation
Goats get caught by their own legs in the rope
Context & Meaning
One's mistakes trap oneself — carelessness leads to downfall
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Proverbs starting with "R"
Rag qawl baa xidha, dumarna meher
Men are bound by word, women by marriage
Men are bound by word, women by marriage
Runi rag kama nixiso
Truth doesn't frighten real men
Truth doesn't frighten real men
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 ...
Run iyo ilkaba waa la caddeeyaa
Truth and teeth must both be shown
Truth and teeth must both be shown
Rag gar baa kala saarta, dumarna jaan
Men are separated by justice, women by charm
Men are separated by justice, women by charm
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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.