Wax raagaa, rag kuma sama
WEnglish Translation
What lingers long doesn't benefit men
Context & Meaning
Delayed work loses value — act in time
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Proverbs starting with "W"
Waayeel hortiisaa caano loogu badhxaa
Milk is poured in front of elders
Milk is poured in front of elders
Wiilkii is waalaba, wiil waabiyaa hela
Every mad boy finds a madder boy
Every mad boy finds a madder boy
Wadar iyo waaxid, yaa waalan
Who's mad — the group or the loner?
Who's mad — the group or the loner?
Wixii ay indho arkaan, ayey ilko gooyaan
What the eyes see, the teeth bite
What the eyes see, the teeth bite
War la'aani waa dhego la'aan
Lack of news is like being deaf
Lack of news is like being deaf
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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.