Wixii ay indho arkaan, ayey ilko gooyaan
WEnglish Translation
What the eyes see, the teeth bite
Context & Meaning
Desire follows vision — temptation begins with sight
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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
Waxaan kashaada gelin, korkaaga yay dhaamin
What doesn't enter your mind shouldn't pass over y...
What doesn't enter your mind shouldn't pass over y...
Waa lagu shareeraa, waxay sheegtaba ha waydee
One is criticized regardless of what they say
One is criticized regardless of what they say
Waari mayside, war hakaa hadho
You won't live forever, but may your story remain
You won't live forever, but may your story remain
Waano dhalan baa ka adag
Advice is harder than childbirth
Advice is harder than childbirth
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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.