Tolkaa maw talisay, mase tuugtay
TEnglish Translation
Did you consult your clan or steal from them?
Context & Meaning
Always include your people — unity keeps peace
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "T"
Tuug tuug ma xado
A thief doesn't steal from another thief
A thief doesn't steal from another thief
Tolkaaga iyo xaaskaaga midna looma xoog weynaado
Don't overpower your kin or your wife
Don't overpower your kin or your wife
Talo laba adin dhexdood bay ka dhalataa
Wisdom is born between two legs
Wisdom is born between two legs
Tabcadaa ma tuugoobo
The hardworking aren't thieves
The hardworking aren't thieves
Tol la'aani waa tows
Without kinship, life is rope-burn
Without kinship, life is rope-burn
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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.