Dameeri dhaan raacday
DEnglish Translation
The she-donkey followed the camels
Context & Meaning
Imitation is not achievement
Proverb ID
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Proverbs starting with "D"
Dhurwaal baa lagu yidhi, "Fool-xumo." Markaasuu yidhi, "Walaalkay weerana ma aragteen?"
The hyena was told he's ugly; he replied, "Have yo...
The hyena was told he's ugly; he replied, "Have yo...
Dhalinyaro "dhubuq-dhubuq hore, dhabana hays danbay leedahay."
Youthful excitement leads to regret later
Youthful excitement leads to regret later
Dhiil maran iyo dhiil buuxa la iskuma dhufto
An empty pot and a full pot aren't struck together
An empty pot and a full pot aren't struck together
Dameeraha Adari, ninkii oodda ka qaadaa aroorshaa
He who opens the fence for the Adari donkeys marri...
He who opens the fence for the Adari donkeys marri...
Doqoni cad ciid loogu riday, cay bay mooddaa
When sand is poured on a fool, he thinks it's insu...
When sand is poured on a fool, he thinks it's insu...
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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.