Saddex lama dego: doqon fiiro taqaan, fulay daandaansi yaqaan, iyo geesi damac yaqaan
SEnglish Translation
Don't live with a watchful fool, a quarrelsome coward, or a greedy hero
Context & Meaning
The dangerous come in many forms — avoid unstable temperaments
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Saddex wer-werkay kugu kordhiyaan: faras xun, naag xun, iyo hoy xun; haddana saddexdaas baa kaa bi'iye
Three things bring anxiety: a bad horse, a bad wif...
Three things bring anxiety: a bad horse, a bad wif...
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)...
Shir naagood oo shan dhaafay waa shar
A women's gathering exceeding five becomes mischie...
A women's gathering exceeding five becomes mischie...
Shinbir duul-duul badan, af libaax bay gashaa
The bird that flies too much lands in the lion's m...
The bird that flies too much lands in the lion's m...
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
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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.