Walaalo is necebi, way xoola yareeyaan, wayna xabaalo badiyaan
WEnglish Translation
Quarreling brothers lose wealth and fill graves
Context & Meaning
Family conflict destroys prosperity — unity preserves life
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Waayeel ha soocine, wax aqoonta sooca
Don't separate by age, separate by knowledge
Don't separate by age, separate by knowledge
Wax is weydiintu ma xumee, wax is weydaarsigaa xun
Asking questions isn't bad; trading lies is
Asking questions isn't bad; trading lies is
Wakhti kaa lumay, murugo ayuu reebaa
Lost time leaves sorrow behind
Lost time leaves sorrow behind
Waayeel hortiisaa caano loogu badhxaa
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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.