Dab iyo xanuun meel ma wada fadhiistaan
DEnglish Translation
Fire and pain can't sit together
Context & Meaning
Two harms can't coexist; one drives out the other
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Durduro geel baa ku jaba
A rushing stream drowns camels
A rushing stream drowns camels
Doqontu hadalka dib u gocotaa
The fool rethinks her words after speaking
The fool rethinks her words after speaking
Dhubuq-dhubuq hore, dhabana-hays dambey leedahay
Rash haste ends in regret
Rash haste ends in regret
Dameeraha ta ugu xun baa ugu haraati kulul
The worst donkey kicks the hardest
The worst donkey kicks the hardest
Durdur roob la'aan ma yeesho
There's no stream without rain
There's no stream without rain
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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.