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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Proverbs starting with "S"
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...
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 Ilaah waa karaa, mase suurowdo: Ilaahow guursan maayee wiil i sii; Ilaahow shaqaysan maayee xoolo i sii; Ilaahow ku caabudi maayee jannada i gee
Three prayers to God that can be said but never gr...
Three prayers to God that can be said but never gr...
Sankaagoo qudhma lama gooyo
You don't cut off your nose because it smells
You don't cut off your nose because it smells
Salaadba waqtigeedaa la tukadaa
Every prayer has its time
Every prayer has its time
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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.