Dagaal qof buu ku dhintaa, qofna kuma dhasho
DEnglish Translation
War kills people; it bears none
Context & Meaning
Conflict only destroys life
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dardaaran waa inta xayga la yahay
Advice is what's said before death
Advice is what's said before death
Duunyo la diriray, duufaan baa qaada
Wealth fought over is taken by the wind
Wealth fought over is taken by the wind
Dhagax meel dhow buu ku dhacaa, hadalna meel dheer
A stone falls nearby, but a word travels far
A stone falls nearby, but a word travels far
Doqoni calaf ma leh
A fool has no destiny
A fool has no destiny
Dabeecaddu diinta waa ka badh
Character is half of religion
Character is half of religion
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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.