Wax aqoon, wax looma sheego
WEnglish Translation
He who knows, needs no explanation
Context & Meaning
Wisdom understands before words — understanding is silent
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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
Waalida ninkii soo baraa, laga waraystaa
The one who causes madness is questioned, not the ...
The one who causes madness is questioned, not the ...
Walaalo is necebi, way xoola yareeyaan, wayna xabaalo badiyaan
Quarreling brothers lose wealth and fill graves
Quarreling brothers lose wealth and fill graves
Waayeel hadalkiisa kaftan buu ku dhammeeyaa
An elder ends his words with humor
An elder ends his words with humor
Wiil intuu ood ka booduu talo ka boodaa
As far as a boy jumps a fence, he jumps over advic...
As far as a boy jumps a fence, he jumps over advic...
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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.