Soomaalidu been way sheegtaa, beense ma maahmaahdo
SEnglish Translation
Somalis may tell lies, but never in proverbs
Context & Meaning
Traditional wisdom is sacred — proverbs carry truth
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "S"
Sidaan kuugu lisay, iigumaad hanbayn
You didn't pour for me the way I milked for you
You didn't pour for me the way I milked for you
Si xun wax u sheege, saaxir ka daran
A harsh speaker is worse than a sorcerer
A harsh speaker is worse than a sorcerer
Shinbirba shinbirkiisuu la duulaa
Each bird flies with its kind
Each bird flies with its kind
Soomaalidu waxay casarkii kugu aragtay, cishihii kugu caydaa
What Somalis see at afternoon, they mock by evenin...
What Somalis see at afternoon, they mock by evenin...
Shisheeye sheela duxa ma leh
The stranger's caress lacks warmth
The stranger's caress lacks warmth
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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.