Waayeel ha soocine, wax aqoonta sooca
WEnglish Translation
Don't separate by age, separate by knowledge
Context & Meaning
Respect is earned through wisdom, not years
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Proverbs starting with "W"
Wax aad baratay waa baaskaaga
What you've learned is your survival kit
What you've learned is your survival kit
Wiil intuu ood ka booduu talo ka boodaa
As far as a boy jumps a fence, he jumps over advic...
As far as a boy jumps a fence, he jumps over advic...
Wiilkii is waalaba, wiil waabiyaa hela
Every mad boy finds a madder boy
Every mad boy finds a madder boy
Waayeel hortiisaa caano loogu badhxaa
Milk is poured in front of elders
Milk is poured in front of elders
War xumi dugsi ma fadhiisto
Bad news doesn't sit still in school
Bad news doesn't sit still in school
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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.