Af jabay sidii ma noqdo
AEnglish Translation
A broken mouth never returns to its shape
Context & Meaning
Words, once spoken, cannot be taken back
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Ammaanadu cirkaa diiday, dhulkaa diiday, aadmi baa qaatay
The sky refused trust, the earth refused it, but m...
The sky refused trust, the earth refused it, but m...
Alif kaa xumaaday, Albaqra kaama haro
If you get "Alif" wrong, you'll fail in "Al-Baqara...
If you get "Alif" wrong, you'll fail in "Al-Baqara...
Af hadlaaba wuu aamusaa
Even a talking mouth must rest
Even a talking mouth must rest
Arrin-xumo abaar ka daran
Poor planning is worse than drought
Poor planning is worse than drought
Adhi-jir ma kala abaal waayo
Shepherds never forget each other's help
Shepherds never forget each other's help
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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.