Waxaan calaf ahayna lama cuno, waxaan hed ahayna looma dhinto
WEnglish Translation
What isn't destined for you won't be eaten, and what isn't yours isn't worth dying for
Context & Meaning
Destiny decides fate — be content with your portion
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Proverbs starting with "W"
Wadaad waa nin
A religious man is still a man
A religious man is still a man
Wax walba run moodaa, rag ugu liita
The worst man believes everything he hears
The worst man believes everything he hears
Waano dhalan baa ka adag
Advice is harder than childbirth
Advice is harder than childbirth
Walaalkaa dhuux tagoogaa loogu soo subkadaa
Your brother's marrow is brought in a small dish
Your brother's marrow is brought in a small dish
Wan weyn jeeroo la gawraco, indhihiisu cirka ma arkaan
The big ram never looks up until slaughtered
The big ram never looks up until slaughtered
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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.