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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Rag waa raggii hore, hadalna waa intuu yidhi
Men are like the men of old, and speech like what ...
Men are like the men of old, and speech like what ...
Rag gar baa kala saarta, dumarna jaan
Men are separated by justice, women by charm
Men are separated by justice, women by charm
Rag waxa ugu liita, ciil kama baxe iyo calooshiisa la ciyaare
The worst man is he who never forgives and one who...
The worst man is he who never forgives and one who...
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...
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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.