Xornimo adaa ku noole, iyadu kuguma noola
XEnglish Translation
You live by freedom; freedom doesn't live by you
Context & Meaning
Liberty depends on use — freedom requires responsibility
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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
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
Xadhko geel ma wada xidhaan
Not all ropes tie camels
Not all ropes tie camels
Xoolo lama cunee, dadkoodaa la cunaa
Livestock aren't eaten, but their owners are devou...
Livestock aren't eaten, but their owners are devou...
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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.