Tuhun waa sed
TEnglish Translation
Suspicion is a burden
Context & Meaning
Doubt weighs down the soul — trust gives peace
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "T"
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
Tuug la qabtay talo ma laha
The caught thief has no excuse
The caught thief has no excuse
Talo laba adin dhexdood bay ka dhalataa
Wisdom is born between two legs
Wisdom is born between two legs
Tolkaa maw talisay, mase tuugtay
Did you consult your clan or steal from them?
Did you consult your clan or steal from them?
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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.