Waxaanad filanayn iyo fallaadhi waa kaa fajiciyaan
WEnglish Translation
What you don't expect and a spear both surprise you
Context & Meaning
Be alert for the unexpected — danger strikes suddenly
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War jiraaba cakaaruu iman
News that exists eventually arrives
News that exists eventually arrives
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
Weel waliba wixii ku jiruu dhididaa
Every pot sweats according to what's inside it
Every pot sweats according to what's inside it
Wax is weydiintu ma xumee, wax is weydaarsigaa xun
Asking questions isn't bad; trading lies is
Asking questions isn't bad; trading lies is
Waranka ninka kugu dhufta iyo ninka kugu dhaqdhaqaajiya, ninka kugu dhaqdhaqaajiya ayaa xun
The one who stabs you and the one who urges him — ...
The one who stabs you and the one who urges him — ...
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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.