Af aanad lahayn lama qabto
AEnglish Translation
A tongue that isn't yours cannot be restrained
Context & Meaning
You can't control what you don't understand
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Arrimo rag waa mudacyo afkood
Men's affairs are like daggers from the mouth
Men's affairs are like daggers from the mouth
Adhi-jir ma kala abaal waayo
Shepherds never forget each other's help
Shepherds never forget each other's help
Ammaanadu cirkaa diiday, dhulkaa diiday, aadmi baa qaatay
The sky refused trust, the earth refused it, but m...
The sky refused trust, the earth refused it, but m...
Adhi been wuu didaa, beense ma dhutin
Sheep reject lies but do not punish them
Sheep reject lies but do not punish them
Af jabay sidii ma noqdo
A broken mouth never returns to its shape
A broken mouth never returns to its shape
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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.