Wax aad baratay waa baaskaaga
WEnglish Translation
What you've learned is your survival kit
Context & Meaning
Knowledge is wealth — it can't be stolen or lost
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Proverbs starting with "W"
Wadiiqada yari, wadada weyn bay kugu ridaa
The small path leads to the main road
The small path leads to the main road
Walaalkaa markhaatiga ku fur, magtana la bixi
Testify truthfully for your brother, and pay his b...
Testify truthfully for your brother, and pay his b...
War jiraaba cakaaruu iman
News that exists eventually arrives
News that exists eventually arrives
Waalida ninkii soo baraa, laga waraystaa
The one who causes madness is questioned, not the ...
The one who causes madness is questioned, not the ...
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
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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.