Sagaaro intay tub joogto, bay tub kale dayataa
SEnglish Translation
The warthog leaves one burrow for another
Context & Meaning
The discontented never rest — dissatisfaction breeds wandering
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Proverbs starting with "S"
Safar waa si wada yeel
A journey requires agreement
A journey requires agreement
Sidaan kuugu lisay, iigumaad hanbayn
You didn't pour for me the way I milked for you
You didn't pour for me the way I milked for you
Soomaalidu been way sheegtaa, beense ma maahmaahdo
Somalis may tell lies, but never in proverbs
Somalis may tell lies, but never in proverbs
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...
Shisheeye sheela duxa ma leh
The stranger's caress lacks warmth
The stranger's caress lacks warmth
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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.