beenaale
The Somali word for liar is beenaale.
beenaale is a noun used to describe a person who tells lies.
Meaning: one who tells lies (noun)
Did you know?
- Because of the importance of clan-based trust, being called a beenaale can affect the social standing of your entire extended family, not just yourself.
- The root word been is used not only for people but also to describe counterfeit objects or 'fake' items.
- Because Somali culture relies heavily on oral traditions and poetry, being labeled a beenaale is particularly damaging to one's reputation as a storyteller or witness.
Examples in context
- Waa beenaale weyn.He is a big liar.
- Ha noqon beenaale.Don't be a liar.
Example conversation
Abdirashid and Yasmin are arguing about a story.
- AbdirashidWaan kuu sheegay runta.I told you the truth.
- YasminMaya, waxaad tahay beenaale.No, you are a liar.
- AbdirashidMaxaynu isku khilaafaynaa?Why are we disagreeing?
- YasminSababtoo ah ma run sheegaysid.Because you are not telling the truth.
