Sagaaro inteeda waa ku duq
SEnglish Translation
The warthog's tusks are her strength
Context & Meaning
Everyone has their own defense — use what nature gave you
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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...
Saddex lama raaco: ma horreeye, ma hambeeye, iyo ma haasawshe
Don't follow the hasty, the lazy, or the flirt
Don't follow the hasty, the lazy, or the flirt
Shinbiri laba geed ma wada gurato
A bird doesn't build two nests
A bird doesn't build two nests
Shir looma wada uunsiyo
You don't burn incense for everyone in a meeting
You don't burn incense for everyone in a meeting
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)...
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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.