Waano dhalan baa ka adag
WEnglish Translation
Advice is harder than childbirth
Context & Meaning
Giving and accepting wisdom is difficult — truth is painful to hear
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Wan weyn jeeroo la gawraco, indhihiisu cirka ma arkaan
The big ram never looks up until slaughtered
The big ram never looks up until slaughtered
Wax is weydiintu ma xumee, wax is weydaarsigaa xun
Asking questions isn't bad; trading lies is
Asking questions isn't bad; trading lies is
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...
Wax walba run moodaa, rag ugu liita
The worst man believes everything he hears
The worst man believes everything he hears
Waraabe daalay, dirirtiisaa loo tagaa
When the hyena tires, its fight is visited
When the hyena tires, its fight is visited
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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.