Shinbirba shinbirkiisuu la duulaa
SEnglish Translation
Each bird flies with its kind
Context & Meaning
People associate with their equals — company reflects character
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Saddex lama dego: doqon fiiro taqaan, fulay daandaansi yaqaan, iyo geesi damac yaqaan
Don't live with a watchful fool, a quarrelsome cow...
Don't live with a watchful fool, a quarrelsome cow...
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...
Saddexna lama saaxiibo: nin aan Rabbi aqoon, nin aan rag aqoon, iyo nin aan run aqoon
Don't befriend one who doesn't know God, doesn't r...
Don't befriend one who doesn't know God, doesn't r...
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
Saddex baa la yidhi: lixdan jir lexojeclo ha la wadaagin; afartan jir ha la garramin; labaatan jirna ha la legdemin
It's said: don't share secrets with a sixty-year-o...
It's said: don't share secrets with a sixty-year-o...
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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.