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
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dhillo garacatay mar hore bay nabad gashay
The prostitute who miscarried is already at peace
The prostitute who miscarried is already at peace
Dameeraha ta ugu yar baa ugu biqlo badan
The smallest donkey brays the most
The smallest donkey brays the most
Dulqaadasho yey noqon tii dibiga
Don't let patience become like that of the bull
Don't let patience become like that of the bull
Doqon qaddar Alle taqaanna, qulucdaada looma dhiibto
A fool who talks of fate can't be trusted with you...
A fool who talks of fate can't be trusted with you...
Deero waa dal madaw
The gazelle belongs to the dark plain
The gazelle belongs to the dark plain
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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.