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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Wakhti kaa lumay, murugo ayuu reebaa
Lost time leaves sorrow behind
Lost time leaves sorrow behind
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Testify truthfully for your brother, and pay his b...
Testify truthfully for your brother, and pay his b...
Waraabe daalay, dirirtiisaa loo tagaa
When the hyena tires, its fight is visited
When the hyena tires, its fight is visited
Wixii faq lagu sheego, fagaaraha ayey tagaan
Whatever is spoken in whispers ends up in the squa...
Whatever is spoken in whispers ends up in the squa...
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The one who causes madness is questioned, not the ...
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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.