Xoorkii laga dhamay xagaagii iyo xusuus baa geel lagu xer geeyaa
XEnglish Translation
Camels are brought to the kraal by leftover salt and memory
Context & Meaning
Past kindness and familiar care keep relationships close
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Xaglo laaban, xoolo kuma yimaadaan
Folded legs bring no wealth
Folded legs bring no wealth
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
Xarrago dumar, xanuun ma leh
A woman's beauty causes no pain
A woman's beauty causes no pain
Xoolo lama cunee, dadkoodaa la cunaa
Livestock aren't eaten, but their owners are devou...
Livestock aren't eaten, but their owners are devou...
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
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About Somali Proverbs
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.