Dabkii baxayaa dab lagu qabsadaa
DEnglish Translation
Escaping fire is stopped with fire
Context & Meaning
Only strength restrains strength
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dhaliili dhaban bay ku taallaa
Blame sits on the cheek
Blame sits on the cheek
Deriskaa marna waa ku daydaa, marna waa ku diin
Your neighbor sometimes inspires you, sometimes mi...
Your neighbor sometimes inspires you, sometimes mi...
Duufaan xoog leh baa geed adag jebiyaa
A strong storm breaks even a strong tree
A strong storm breaks even a strong tree
Dan layskuma naco
People don't hate each other when interests align
People don't hate each other when interests align
Doqonta usha agteedaa lagu dhuftaa, haday garan waydana goshaa lagu galaa
The fool is struck beside the stick, and if she do...
The fool is struck beside the stick, and if she do...
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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.