Saddex lama arag: marti nin ka yar, muddo maalin ka yar, salaad ragcad ka yar
SEnglish Translation
Three things are never seen: a guest younger than the host, a stay shorter than a day, and a prayer shorter than a bow
Context & Meaning
Some traditions have unbreakable forms — respect customs and balance
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Proverbs starting with "S"
Saddex lama dego: doqon fiiro taqaan, fulay daandaansi yaqaan, iyo geesi damac yaqaan
Don't live with a watchful fool, a quarrelsome cow...
Don't live with a watchful fool, a quarrelsome cow...
Sir naageed lama sal gaadho
A woman's secret can't be fully uncovered
A woman's secret can't be fully uncovered
Sagaaro intay tub joogto, bay tub kale dayataa
The warthog leaves one burrow for another
The warthog leaves one burrow for another
Saddex baa rag u liita: ma toshe, ma tashade, iyo ma tashiishe
Three things weaken a man: he who doesn't think, d...
Three things weaken a man: he who doesn't think, d...
Shir naagood oo shan dhaafay waa shar
A women's gathering exceeding five becomes mischie...
A women's gathering exceeding five becomes mischie...
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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.