Dacawo duul-duul badan af libaax bay ku dambaysaa
DEnglish Translation
The restless jackal ends in the lion's mouth
Context & Meaning
Restlessness and greed lead to ruin
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Duul been sheegay, run buu qariyay
He who tells lies hides the truth
He who tells lies hides the truth
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
Dan layskuma naco
People don't hate each other when interests align
People don't hate each other when interests align
Doqon Alle bariday, xeradeedii bay ka aragtay
The fool who prayed to God found Him in her tent
The fool who prayed to God found Him in her tent
Dheerow, ii gaabow yaa jaree? Dhuubow, ma jaro
Tall one, shorten for me; thin one, you can't cut ...
Tall one, shorten for me; thin one, you can't cut ...
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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.