Saddex markaan bartaan ka gaboobay: dab ollolintiis, carruur aamusinteed, iyo awr carraabintiis
SEnglish Translation
I grew old before mastering three things: tending fire, silencing children, and leading camels
Context & Meaning
Some tasks remain eternally challenging — patience never ends
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Shisheeye sheela duxa ma leh
The stranger's caress lacks warmth
The stranger's caress lacks warmth
Sahaydaa waa hor, socodkaana waa dib
Your provisions go before you, your walk follows b...
Your provisions go before you, your walk follows b...
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
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.