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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Adhi-jir xil bay wadaagtaa
Herding is a shared responsibility
Herding is a shared responsibility
Arrad waa dan, uskase waa doqonniimo
Hunger is a need; dirtiness is foolishness
Hunger is a need; dirtiness is foolishness
Agjoog; ninkii xoolo doonayo, Xamar agjoog
Stay close to wealth — whoever seeks fortune, stay...
Stay close to wealth — whoever seeks fortune, stay...
Ayax teg eedna reeb
When locusts leave, they leave blame behind
When locusts leave, they leave blame behind
Alif kaa xumaaday, Albaqra kaama haro
If you get "Alif" wrong, you'll fail in "Al-Baqara...
If you get "Alif" wrong, you'll fail in "Al-Baqara...
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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.