Waa lagu shareeraa, waxay sheegtaba ha waydee
WEnglish Translation
One is criticized regardless of what they say
Context & Meaning
You can't please everyone — accept criticism calmly
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Wixii ay indho arkaan, ayey ilko gooyaan
What the eyes see, the teeth bite
What the eyes see, the teeth bite
Waraabe ulla lala gaadhi waa, orodna wax lagaga dhibi waa
The hyena can't be reached by stick or outrun by f...
The hyena can't be reached by stick or outrun by f...
Weel waliba wixii ku jiruu dhididaa
Every pot sweats according to what's inside it
Every pot sweats according to what's inside it
Walaashaa iskuma hubtid, seedigaa ha seegin
Don't trust only your sister; respect also your in...
Don't trust only your sister; respect also your in...
Waalida ninkii soo baraa, laga waraystaa
The one who causes madness is questioned, not the ...
The one who causes madness is questioned, not the ...
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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.