Af ama reer Aw-Mahdi ha ku hadlo, ama lo' ha kuu daaqdo
AEnglish Translation
Speak like a nobleman or let your cattle graze for you
Context & Meaning
Either speak wisely or stay silent — dignity in restraint
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Afar gacmood abaar ka daran
Four greedy hands are worse than drought
Four greedy hands are worse than drought
Agjoog; ninkii xoolo doonayo, Xamar agjoog
Stay close to wealth — whoever seeks fortune, stay...
Stay close to wealth — whoever seeks fortune, stay...
Aadmi la arkaybaa dhib la arkay
When people meet, problems appear
When people meet, problems appear
Adduunyo ka kabo liid, aakhirana salaad liid
Weak in worldly shoes, weak in prayer for the here...
Weak in worldly shoes, weak in prayer for the here...
Aboorku inta aanu kugu tufin, ayaa lagu tufaa
The ant spits before you spit on it
The ant spits before you spit on it
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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.