Wadaantii geeleeda kaafida, baa mid kalena kaalmeysaa
WEnglish Translation
The sheikh who leaves his herd is helped by another
Context & Meaning
Brotherhood sustains — those who support others get support
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "W"
Wax kasta wuxuu leeyahay waqtigiis
Everything has its time
Everything has its time
Wax la qarashaa, ama qudhmaa ama qubtaa
What's spent either spoils or spills
What's spent either spoils or spills
Waraabe dhankii loo eryaaba wuu toosaa
The hyena runs straight whichever way it's chased
The hyena runs straight whichever way it's chased
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 la dhalay iyo dhul baa loo marti yahay
One seeks permission from both people and land
One seeks permission from both people and land
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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.