Dameertu ma hadhsato, ilmaheedana ma hadhiso
DEnglish Translation
The donkey doesn't rest in the shade nor shades her young
Context & Meaning
Some people help neither themselves nor others — neglect harms all
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dabeecaddu diinta waa ka badh
Character is half of religion
Character is half of religion
Deero waa dal madaw
The gazelle belongs to the dark plain
The gazelle belongs to the dark plain
Dusha dahab ah, hoosna wasakh
Golden on top, filthy underneath
Golden on top, filthy underneath
Durdur aan biyo lahayn, ma ordo
A stream without water doesn't flow
A stream without water doesn't flow
Dheg wax xun maqlaysaa, wax wacan ma weriso
An ear that hears evil doesn't spread good
An ear that hears evil doesn't spread good
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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.