Dameeraha Awdal, ninkii oodda ka rogaa aroorshaa
DEnglish Translation
Whoever lifts Awdal's fence marries its donkeys
Context & Meaning
Uninvited help brings burden
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Duruuf adag, damiir adag bay tustaa
Hard times reveal a strong conscience
Hard times reveal a strong conscience
Dal aqoon-la'aan waa la habaabaa, dad aqoon-la'aanna waa la qadaa
A land without knowledge is lost; people without i...
A land without knowledge is lost; people without i...
Dacawo duul-duul badan af libaax bay ku dambaysaa
The restless jackal ends in the lion's mouth
The restless jackal ends in the lion's mouth
Duul aan hoggaan lahayn, habaaska ayuu galaa
A group without a leader ends in dust
A group without a leader ends in dust
Duul yar iyo duul weyn, mid baa duul kale ku tiirsan
The small group depends on the large one
The small group depends on the large one
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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.