Xadhko geel ma wada xidhaan
XEnglish Translation
Not all ropes tie camels
Context & Meaning
Not everything suits every task — use things rightly
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Xoolo quudheed waa la qaataa, soor quudheedse lama qaato
You may take an animal's food, but not human food
You may take an animal's food, but not human food
Xabaallo waalid baa xoolo lagala baxaa
One inherits wealth from parental graves
One inherits wealth from parental graves
Xornimo adaa ku noole, iyadu kuguma noola
You live by freedom; freedom doesn't live by you
You live by freedom; freedom doesn't live by you
Xarrago dumar, xanuun ma leh
A woman's beauty causes no pain
A woman's beauty causes no pain
Xaglo laaban, xoolo kuma yimaadaan
Folded legs bring no wealth
Folded legs bring no wealth
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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.