Wadaad waa nin
WEnglish Translation
A religious man is still a man
Context & Meaning
Even holy people are human — don't idolize them blindly
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "W"
Wakhti kaa tegay, tiigsimaad maleh
The time that's gone can't be reached
The time that's gone can't be reached
War jiraaba cakaaruu iman
News that exists eventually arrives
News that exists eventually arrives
Waa baahan tahay, bakhtiga looma cuno
Even when hungry, one doesn't eat a carcass
Even when hungry, one doesn't eat a carcass
Wax la dhalay iyo dhul baa loo marti yahay
One seeks permission from both people and land
One seeks permission from both people and land
Walaalo is necebi, way xoola yareeyaan, wayna xabaalo badiyaan
Quarreling brothers lose wealth and fill graves
Quarreling brothers lose wealth and fill graves
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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.