Dad iyo weel godanba waa la badiyaa
DEnglish Translation
People and hollow pots should both be many
Context & Meaning
Abundance gives strength; scarcity weakens
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Proverbs starting with "D"
Dhedo roob noqon weyday
A drizzle that failed to become rain
A drizzle that failed to become rain
Doqon iyo habeen waa madaw
A fool and night are both dark
A fool and night are both dark
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...
Duul aan hoggaan lahayn, habaaska ayuu galaa
A group without a leader ends in dust
A group without a leader ends in dust
Dhidar xabaalo qod bartay, qudhin buu ku dhacaa
The grave-digger falls into decay himself
The grave-digger falls into decay himself
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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.