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"
Darandoorriyow naas-naasi
He who keeps running must stop to catch his breath
He who keeps running must stop to catch his breath
Duur waa lagu jiraa, duunyo lama helo
You can live in the wild but not find wealth
You can live in the wild but not find wealth
Duruuf walba, dulqaad baa lagaga baxaa
Every hardship is overcome by patience
Every hardship is overcome by patience
Dhalinyaro "dhubuq-dhubuq hore, dhabana hays danbay leedahay."
Youthful excitement leads to regret later
Youthful excitement leads to regret later
Dix dhaaxood dhagax ka waaye, hayeeshee hangool ka waaye
The valley lost stones but gained sticks
The valley lost stones but gained sticks
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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.