Walaashaa iskuma hubtid, seedigaa ha seegin
WEnglish Translation
Don't trust only your sister; respect also your in-law
Context & Meaning
Fairness in relationships prevents family conflict
Proverb ID
#948Type
Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "W"
Weylasha biree, dibigu ha ku quustee
The calves play; let the bull not envy them
The calves play; let the bull not envy them
Wax la qarashaa, ama qudhmaa ama qubtaa
What's spent either spoils or spills
What's spent either spoils or spills
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 raagaa, rag kuma sama
What lingers long doesn't benefit men
What lingers long doesn't benefit men
Wakhti kaa tegay, tiigsimaad maleh
The time that's gone can't be reached
The time that's gone can't be reached
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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.