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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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "W"
Waa baahan tahay, bakhtiga looma cuno
Even when hungry, one doesn't eat a carcass
Even when hungry, one doesn't eat a carcass
Wax aad baratay waa baaskaaga
What you've learned is your survival kit
What you've learned is your survival kit
Wax is weydiintu ma xumee, wax is weydaarsigaa xun
Asking questions isn't bad; trading lies is
Asking questions isn't bad; trading lies is
Wax raagaa, rag kuma sama
What lingers long doesn't benefit men
What lingers long doesn't benefit men
Wadiiqada yari, wadada weyn bay kugu ridaa
The small path leads to the main road
The small path leads to the main road
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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.