Wakhti kaa tegay, tiigsimaad maleh
WEnglish Translation
The time that's gone can't be reached
Context & Meaning
You can't recover lost time — focus on the present
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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
Waraabe daalay, dirirtiisaa loo tagaa
When the hyena tires, its fight is visited
When the hyena tires, its fight is visited
Wadaantii geeleeda kaafida, baa mid kalena kaalmeysaa
The sheikh who leaves his herd is helped by anothe...
The sheikh who leaves his herd is helped by anothe...
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.