Dad-qal looma gurguurto
DEnglish Translation
One doesn't crawl toward the dead
Context & Meaning
The past is gone; look forward
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dheriga karkaraya kulayl baa keenay
The boiling pot is hot for a reason
The boiling pot is hot for a reason
Doc ka yeedh iyo dameerkaba daanka ayaa laga jebiyaa
A talker and a donkey are both struck on the jaw
A talker and a donkey are both struck on the jaw
Dagaal wiil kuma dhashee, wiil baa ku dhinta
War doesn't give birth to sons; it kills them
War doesn't give birth to sons; it kills them
Duurjoog waa duurjoog, durbaan ha loo tumee
A wild beast is still wild, even with drums
A wild beast is still wild, even with drums
Doqon milantay iyo geesi damac bartay, dhexdoodaa miidaamo ka dhacdaa
Between a lost fool and a daring hero lies disaste...
Between a lost fool and a daring hero lies disaste...
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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.