Wadiiqada yari, wadada weyn bay kugu ridaa
WEnglish Translation
The small path leads to the main road
Context & Meaning
Humble beginnings lead to great destinations
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Waan xoolo yarahayna deeq lagagama hadho, waan dad yarahayna dagaal lagagama hadho
Though my wealth is small, I'm still generous; tho...
Though my wealth is small, I'm still generous; tho...
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
Waari mayside, war hakaa hadho
You won't live forever, but may your story remain
You won't live forever, but may your story remain
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
Waranka ninka kugu dhufta iyo ninka kugu dhaqdhaqaajiya, ninka kugu dhaqdhaqaajiya ayaa xun
The one who stabs you and the one who urges him — ...
The one who stabs you and the one who urges him — ...
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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.