War xumi dugsi ma fadhiisto
WEnglish Translation
Bad news doesn't sit still in school
Context & Meaning
Rumors spread fast — lies travel quicker than truth
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Proverbs starting with "W"
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
Wadar iyo waaxid, yaa waalan
Who's mad — the group or the loner?
Who's mad — the group or the loner?
Wax aqoon, wax looma sheego
He who knows, needs no explanation
He who knows, needs no explanation
War la'aani waa dhego la'aan
Lack of news is like being deaf
Lack of news is like being deaf
Wiilkii is waalaba, wiil waabiyaa hela
Every mad boy finds a madder boy
Every mad boy finds a madder boy
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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.