Shan nin oo shidho qayb leh, hal shanshaa ka baxda; shan ninnaan shidho qayb lahayna, shan shanshaa ka baxda
SEnglish Translation
Five who share a fire get one flame; five who don't, lose five sparks
Context & Meaning
Unity multiplies results — division wastes effort
Proverb ID
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Sagaaro inteeda waa ku duq
The warthog's tusks are her strength
The warthog's tusks are her strength
Safar waa si wada yeel
A journey requires agreement
A journey requires agreement
Saddex looma adkeysto: gaajo guri og, gardarro garab og, cudur geeri og
Three things can't be endured: hunger with food ne...
Three things can't be endured: hunger with food ne...
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
Saddex lama arag: marti nin ka yar, muddo maalin ka yar, salaad ragcad ka yar
Three things are never seen: a guest younger than ...
Three things are never seen: a guest younger than ...
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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.