Af aanad lahayn, aamus lama dhaho
AEnglish Translation
You can't call someone silent for not speaking your tongue
Context & Meaning
Respect linguistic differences — silence isn't ignorance
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Ammaanadu kugu raagtay, inaad leedahay baad mooddaa
A trust that stays long with you seems like yours
A trust that stays long with you seems like yours
Aqoon-xumo abaar ka daran
Ignorance is worse than drought
Ignorance is worse than drought
Ayax teg eedna reeb
When locusts leave, they leave blame behind
When locusts leave, they leave blame behind
Ama waa la muuqdaa, ama waa la maqanyahay
Either be visible or be absent
Either be visible or be absent
Allow nin aan wax ogayn ha cadaabin
O God, don't punish the ignorant man
O God, don't punish the ignorant man
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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.