Shinbiri maalintii dab qaaday, buulkeedii bay ku gubatay
SEnglish Translation
The bird that took fire during the day burned its own nest
Context & Meaning
Reckless acts backfire — harm often returns home
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Proverbs starting with "S"
Shisheeye sheela duxa ma leh
The stranger's caress lacks warmth
The stranger's caress lacks warmth
Soor quudheed lama cuno, xoolo quudheedse waa la qaataa
Don't eat what feeds you, but take what feeds your...
Don't eat what feeds you, but take what feeds your...
Saddex markaan bartaan ka gaboobay: dab ollolintiis, carruur aamusinteed, iyo awr carraabintiis
I grew old before mastering three things: tending ...
I grew old before mastering three things: tending ...
Salaadba waqtigeedaa la tukadaa
Every prayer has its time
Every prayer has its time
Soomaalidu been way sheegtaa, beense ma maahmaahdo
Somalis may tell lies, but never in proverbs
Somalis may tell lies, but never in proverbs
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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.