Saddex lama raaco: ma horreeye, ma hambeeye, iyo ma haasawshe
SEnglish Translation
Don't follow the hasty, the lazy, or the flirt
Context & Meaning
Bad company leads to harm — choose companions wisely
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Sir ma qabe, Allaw sahal
He who hides nothing, may God make his way easy
He who hides nothing, may God make his way easy
Shinbiri maalintii dab qaaday, buulkeedii bay ku gubatay
The bird that took fire during the day burned its ...
The bird that took fire during the day burned its ...
Soor quudheed lama cuno, xoolo quudheedse waa la qaataa
Don't eat what feeds you, but take what feeds your...
Don't eat what feeds you, but take what feeds your...
Saddexna lama saaxiibo: nin aan Rabbi aqoon, nin aan rag aqoon, iyo nin aan run aqoon
Don't befriend one who doesn't know God, doesn't r...
Don't befriend one who doesn't know God, doesn't r...
Sankaagoo qudhma lama gooyo
You don't cut off your nose because it smells
You don't cut off your nose because it smells
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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.