Ruux aan geeri iyo nolol midna ahayn, ma dhiman mana noola
REnglish Translation
One who's neither alive nor dead is in between
Context & Meaning
Stagnation is worse than death — live fully or not at all
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Proverbs starting with "R"
Rag wuxuu kugu bartuu kugu dilaa
A man kills you with what he first knew you by
A man kills you with what he first knew you by
Reerka meelan loo husan, looma haatiyo
One doesn't drive camels to a place not cleared
One doesn't drive camels to a place not cleared
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...
Raad arooryo dib looma raaco
Morning footprints can't be followed back
Morning footprints can't be followed back
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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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.