Wakhti kaa lumay, murugo ayuu reebaa
WEnglish Translation
Lost time leaves sorrow behind
Context & Meaning
Time wasted is life wasted — value every moment
Proverb ID
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Proverbs starting with "W"
Waano dhalan baa ka adag
Advice is harder than childbirth
Advice is harder than childbirth
Wadaanta isha ka xumaataa, faylkay la tagtaa
The cleric who loses sight of justice is ruined by...
The cleric who loses sight of justice is ruined by...
Waayeel hadalkiisa kaftan buu ku dhammeeyaa
An elder ends his words with humor
An elder ends his words with humor
Wax la qarashaa, ama qudhmaa ama qubtaa
What's spent either spoils or spills
What's spent either spoils or spills
Walaalkaa dhuux tagoogaa loogu soo subkadaa
Your brother's marrow is brought in a small dish
Your brother's marrow is brought in a small dish
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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.