Dab ama hadal baa lagu bakhtiiyaa, ama biyo
DEnglish Translation
Fire is quenched by words or by water
Context & Meaning
Conflicts end either by reason or by force
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dhoofaa kaa dhimay
Trade (or travel) has diminished you
Trade (or travel) has diminished you
Dacawadii tallaabada Nabiga ku dayatay, teedii ka tagtay, tu kalena gaadhi weyday
The jackal imitating the Prophet left its own walk...
The jackal imitating the Prophet left its own walk...
Doqoni xarigga lagu xiro, xusullada bay ku sidataa
A fool carries her rope on her elbows
A fool carries her rope on her elbows
Dabkii baxayaa dab lagu qabsadaa
Escaping fire is stopped with fire
Escaping fire is stopped with fire
Duruuf adag, damiir adag bay tustaa
Hard times reveal a strong conscience
Hard times reveal a strong conscience
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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.