Wax la qarashaa, ama qudhmaa ama qubtaa
WEnglish Translation
What's spent either spoils or spills
Context & Meaning
Hoarded wealth perishes — use it wisely
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Wadaanta isha ka xumaataa, faylkay la tagtaa
The cleric who loses sight of justice is ruined by...
The cleric who loses sight of justice is ruined by...
Wakhti kaa lumay, murugo ayuu reebaa
Lost time leaves sorrow behind
Lost time leaves sorrow behind
Weylasha biree, dibigu ha ku quustee
The calves play; let the bull not envy them
The calves play; let the bull not envy them
Waxaan calaf ahayna lama cuno, waxaan hed ahayna looma dhinto
What isn't destined for you won't be eaten, and wh...
What isn't destined for you won't be eaten, and wh...
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Whatever is spoken in whispers ends up in the squa...
Whatever is spoken in whispers ends up in the squa...
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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.