Dabagaale timir gaadhi waayey qaraar buu yiraahdaa
DEnglish Translation
The chameleon that can't reach the date calls it bitter
Context & Meaning
People belittle what they cannot obtain
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dabeecad xun dad bay kaa saartaa
Bad manners drive people away
Bad manners drive people away
Doqontu xeer ma hoyso, xoolana ma hayso
The fool keeps neither law nor livestock
The fool keeps neither law nor livestock
Dhillo, intaadan "dhillo" oran, ayadaa ku tiri "dhillo."
Before you call her a harlot, she calls you one
Before you call her a harlot, she calls you one
Doqon ha u gargaarin, hana gargaarsan
Neither help a fool nor seek help from one
Neither help a fool nor seek help from one
Dacawo duul-duul badan af libaax bay ku dambaysaa
The restless jackal ends in the lion's mouth
The restless jackal ends in the lion's mouth
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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.