War la'aani waa dhego la'aan
WEnglish Translation
Lack of news is like being deaf
Context & Meaning
Awareness keeps one alive — ignorance is blindness
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "W"
War jiraaba cakaaruu iman
News that exists eventually arrives
News that exists eventually arrives
Weel waliba wixii ku jiruu dhididaa
Every pot sweats according to what's inside it
Every pot sweats according to what's inside it
War xumi dugsi ma fadhiisto
Bad news doesn't sit still in school
Bad news doesn't sit still in school
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
Wax aqoon, wax looma sheego
He who knows, needs no explanation
He who knows, needs no explanation
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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.