Sahaydaa waa hor, socodkaana waa dib
SEnglish Translation
Your provisions go before you, your walk follows behind
Context & Meaning
Preparation precedes success — plan before you act
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Sankaagoo qudhma lama gooyo
You don't cut off your nose because it smells
You don't cut off your nose because it smells
Sagaaro intay tub joogto, bay tub kale dayataa
The warthog leaves one burrow for another
The warthog leaves one burrow for another
Shan nin oo shidho qayb leh, hal shanshaa ka baxda; shan ninnaan shidho qayb lahayna, shan shanshaa ka baxda
Five who share a fire get one flame; five who don'...
Five who share a fire get one flame; five who don'...
Seedi waa beer
A brother-in-law is like a farm
A brother-in-law is like a farm
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.