Wixii faq lagu sheego, fagaaraha ayey tagaan
WEnglish Translation
Whatever is spoken in whispers ends up in the square
Context & Meaning
Secrets leak — be cautious with words
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Wadiiqada yari, wadada weyn bay kugu ridaa
The small path leads to the main road
The small path leads to the main road
Weylasha biree, dibigu ha ku quustee
The calves play; let the bull not envy them
The calves play; let the bull not envy them
Waayeel hortiisaa caano loogu badhxaa
Milk is poured in front of elders
Milk is poured in front of elders
Waan xoolo yarahayna deeq lagagama hadho, waan dad yarahayna dagaal lagagama hadho
Though my wealth is small, I'm still generous; tho...
Though my wealth is small, I'm still generous; tho...
Walaalo is necebi, way xoola yareeyaan, wayna xabaalo badiyaan
Quarreling brothers lose wealth and fill graves
Quarreling brothers lose wealth and fill graves
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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.