Dagaal wiil kuma dhashee, wiil baa ku dhinta
DEnglish Translation
War doesn't give birth to sons; it kills them
Context & Meaning
Youth perish in war—peace sustains generations
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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
Doqoni xarigga lagu xiro, xusullada bay ku sidataa
A fool carries her rope on her elbows
A fool carries her rope on her elbows
Dabkii baxayaa dab lagu qabsadaa
Escaping fire is stopped with fire
Escaping fire is stopped with fire
Dab iyo xanuun meel ma wada fadhiistaan
Fire and pain can't sit together
Fire and pain can't sit together
Dab aan kulaylkiisa la arag, dambaskiisa lagama leexdo
Even if you miss the flames, the ashes still reach...
Even if you miss the flames, the ashes still reach...
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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.