In this episode, we explore the Somali saying - Nimaan dhididin ma dhargo - He who does not sweat, does not get full or satisfied. Learn how this phrase reflects Somali values of hard work and perseverance.

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• ​In this episode, we learn a Somali saying: "Af Jooga Looma Adeego," which means "He who is present should not expect to be served or spoken for." Essentially, it conveys the message that "No one will do it for you." This saying emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy and personal responsibility.

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In this episode, we cover five essential phrases to help you express your emotions in Somali

• ​Waan faraxsanahay - I’m happy
• ​Aad baan u faraxsanahay - am really happy.
• ​Waan murogoonaya - I’m sad
• ​Waan xanaaqsanahay - I’m angry
• ​Waan ka xumahay - I’m sorry
• ​Waan wal-walsanahay - I’m worried

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In this episode, we learn five useful Somali phrases.

Waa caadi meaning it’s alright .

Dhib maleh - no problem.

Waa shaqadaada - it’s up to you, it’s your job

Maxaa kaa galay - why do you care?

Yaan lagu maqlin- don’t let anyone heard you.

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In this special, we explore the meaning the wisdom of Ramadan - a month of fasting, prayer, Qur’an, charity, and reflection - we also learned some words related to Ramadan like Fasting suhur - pre- dawn meal and afur - iftar braking fast.

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Ramadan Kareem!!!

In this episode, we learn body parts in Somali.

Timo - hair

Madax - head

Indho - eyes

Dhago - ears

Faro - fingers

Wado or qalbi - heart

Sanbab- lung

Calool - stomach

Xubinta Taranka - private part - literally the part that grows population

And so on.

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In this episode, I explain how the in-clause works in Somali. It similar to how it’s used “that” in English. In clause can be used for many things. It could be a helping verb, a clause or it could indicate amount like time or distance.

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In today’s episode, we take a closer look at the difference between Kartaa vs Kadhaa while both words mean “able to do something” or simply can, their pronunciation varies by region.

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Today’s words,

Dhibaato - Problem

Rajo - Hope

Fursad - Opportunity

Raaxo - Comfort

Barwaaqo - Prosperity

Qadrin - Respect

Nasiib - fate/luck

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In this episode, we explore a few Somali terms of endearment. Words like Qaali - precious, Qalbi - my heart, macaan or macaanto or macaane - sweetie or sweetheart indho u roon - pleasing to look at or beautiful eyes, quruxey - my beauty, Quruxow - my handsome, and Shan ka roon - five times better.

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