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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Shir naagood oo shan dhaafay waa shar
A women's gathering exceeding five becomes mischie...
A women's gathering exceeding five becomes mischie...
Shinbiri laba geed ma wada gurato
A bird doesn't build two nests
A bird doesn't build two nests
Soomaalidu waxay casarkii kugu aragtay, cishihii kugu caydaa
What Somalis see at afternoon, they mock by evenin...
What Somalis see at afternoon, they mock by evenin...
Saddex col baa jira: col cad, col cas, col madaw — colka cad waa biyaha, colka casna waa dabka, colka madowna waa dadka
There are three enemies: white (water), red (fire)...
There are three enemies: white (water), red (fire)...
Soori waa in xil lagaga tago, iyo in xarrago lagaga tago
Hospitality requires effort and grace
Hospitality requires effort and grace
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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.