Tabcadaa ma tuugoobo
TEnglish Translation
The hardworking aren't thieves
Context & Meaning
Diligence replaces deceit — effort builds honesty
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "T"
Tolkaaga iyo xaaskaaga midna looma xoog weynaado
Don't overpower your kin or your wife
Don't overpower your kin or your wife
Tol la'aani waa tows
Without kinship, life is rope-burn
Without kinship, life is rope-burn
Tuug tuug ma xado
A thief doesn't steal from another thief
A thief doesn't steal from another thief
Tuhun waa sed
Suspicion is a burden
Suspicion is a burden
Talo laba adin dhexdood bay ka dhalataa
Wisdom is born between two legs
Wisdom is born between two legs
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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.