Learn Somali Language Podcast
Learn Somali Language Podcast
Khadar Osman
In this podcast, we'll dive deep into the Somali language, its rich culture, and traditions. Whether you're an absolute beginner or someone looking to enhance your Somali language skills, this podcast is for you. https://sites.google.com/view/learnsomalilanguage24/home - NEW WEBSITE!! Got Questions? You can reach me at [email protected]😊
Aqal tiir la’aantii - The powerful of unity in Somali wisdom
In this episode, we learn the proverb - Aqal tiir la’aantii kaligii ma taagmo- Haddaynaan is taakulin tabar yeelanmaynee”A house cannot stand without its pillars. If we don’t support each other, then we won’t have strength.Aqal = a house (The house is Guriga)Tiir = Pilar La’aan = WithoutKaligii = AloneTaagmo - standing Haddii = ifIstaakulin = to support/help each other Tabar = strength, powerThank you for listening. Until next time, take care!!
May 1
5 min
Time
In this short episode, we reflect on one of Allah’s greatest blessings- time. Many people forgot the value of their free time and health until it’s gone. Through powerful reminder from the Prophet (pbuh), we learn that time is a trust and should be used wisely.We learn may things in this podcast not just the Somali language alone.Thank you for listening, until next time, take care!!
Apr 27
50 sec
Time in Somali
In this episode, we learn how to talk about time in Somali. days, weeks, months and year. And simple questions like what day is it today? How many weeks in a month? Thank you for listening. Until next time, take care!!
Apr 23
5 min
War nin kuu dhaama raadso - Find someone better
In this episode, we break down a powerful lyric from a song by Farhiya Fiska - well known singer in the Somali community. * Adigaa dhagax tuur bilaabo - You started throwing stones Dhaawacay qalbigaygooWounded my heart Dhakhtarkaygii wuxuu yidhi My doctor said War nin kuu dhaama raadso.Find a better man.Until next time, take care!!
Feb 9
4 min
Farkaliya fool ma dhaqdo - teamwork
In this episode, Farkaliya Fool Ma Dhaqdo highlights the power of unity and cooperation. Through real-life situations and relatable characters, the story shows that no one succeeds alone. Just as one finger cannot wash a face, progress, healing, and success come when people support one another, put aside ego, and work together for a common goal. The episode delivers a strong lesson on community, teamwork, and mutual responsibility.
Dec 24, 2025
4 min
Laga baray, laga badi
This Somali saying, “Laga baray, laga badi” is used when someone who has learned from a mentor or teacher and became even better than them. They have improved the knowledge or the skills they learned. (Aka) the student has surpassed the teacher.Thank you for listening and until next time, take care!!
Nov 7, 2025
3 min
Somali Proverb Explained: “Nin aan talin jirin talo looma dhiibo”
In this episode, we explore the Somali saying “Nin aan talin jirin talo looma dhiibo” and what it teaches us about leadership, experience, and making wise choices, Thank you for listening and until next time, take care!!
Oct 20, 2025
5 min
An Arranged Marriage
In this episode, we talk about arranged marriages in the Somali community. The benefits, the risks. Arrange marriages are very common pretty much every corner of the world. The older generations tend to lean towards arranged marriages, the younger generation not so much. Thank you for listening and until next time, take care!!
Oct 13, 2025
4 min
Guur - Marriage in Somali
We discussed Guur—which means marriage in Somali—and walked through the entire process, from when a couple falls in love, to informing their families, the Hormarin (the formal pre-meeting where the groom's side asks for the bride’s hand), the dowry (meher), and finally the nikkah ceremony and wedding night.Thanks for listening, and until next time—take care!I might have mispronounced the word Guur as I was recording it quicklyđŸ€Ł. My apologies
Aug 19, 2025
6 min
2- Must-Know Somali Proverbs
Learn what these Somali proverbs mean “All camels were once two year old” and “One drinks enough water from one’s own palms” mean.Teaching patience, growth and self-reliance. Note: I just realized I mispronounced “Cup” saying Cope đŸ€Ł Free pass for me.Thank you for listening. Until next time, take care!!!
May 28, 2025
4 min
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