Dacas kaa weyn dhiiqada bay kugu farjisaa
DEnglish Translation
The hoe older than you splashes mud on you
Context & Meaning
Elders can still humble the young; respect experience
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dudumo dheerataa, dhulkeed bay ku noqotaa
A long echo returns to its source
A long echo returns to its source
Dabeecad xun dad bay kaa saartaa
Bad manners drive people away
Bad manners drive people away
Dad kaa badan iyo biyo kaa badanba way ku hanfiyaan
Those more numerous or deeper will overwhelm you
Those more numerous or deeper will overwhelm you
Dantii mooge, maro duug ah ka liid
The ignorant man's interest is worse than an old r...
The ignorant man's interest is worse than an old r...
Dabada iiga qor, anigaa durugsan doonee
Write it on my back—I'll be gone when it's read
Write it on my back—I'll be gone when it's read
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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.