Talo laba adin dhexdood bay ka dhalataa
TEnglish Translation
Wisdom is born between two legs
Context & Meaning
Cooperation and discussion produce good decisions
Proverb ID
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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
Tolkaa maw talisay, mase tuugtay
Did you consult your clan or steal from them?
Did you consult your clan or steal from them?
Tabcadaa ma tuugoobo
The hardworking aren't thieves
The hardworking aren't thieves
Talo adigaa ku nool, ee iyadu kuguma noola
You live by advice, but advice doesn't live by you
You live by advice, but advice doesn't live by you
Tuug tuug ma xado
A thief doesn't steal from another thief
A thief doesn't steal from another thief
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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.