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"
Ruux aan geeri iyo nolol midna ahayn, ma dhiman mana noola
One who's neither alive nor dead is in between
One who's neither alive nor dead is in between
Raad arooryo dib looma raaco
Morning footprints can't be followed back
Morning footprints can't be followed back
Rag waa shaah, dumarna waa sheeko
Men are like tea, women like conversation
Men are like tea, women like conversation
Reer guuraa, raac iyo carruurba loo kala sheekeeyaa, is mase arkaan
Among nomads, shepherds and children talk about ea...
Among nomads, shepherds and children talk about ea...
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 ...
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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.