Dan iyo xarrago isma waafaqaan
DEnglish Translation
Need and elegance don't go together
Context & Meaning
Necessity humbles pride — survival comes before style
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Proverbs starting with "D"
Dawaco meeshay macal idood ku baratay, macaluul bay ugu bakhtidaa
The fox dies of hunger where she learned to steal ...
The fox dies of hunger where she learned to steal ...
Doqontu marka la ficil-tamayo, in la tagayo ayay mooddaa
When others act, the fool thinks they're leaving h...
When others act, the fool thinks they're leaving h...
Dulqaadasho yey noqon tii dibiga
Don't let patience become like that of the bull
Don't let patience become like that of the bull
Dameeri dhaan raacday
The she-donkey followed the camels
The she-donkey followed the camels
Doqoni hoosiis bay had mooddaa
A fool mistakes shade for shelter
A fool mistakes shade for shelter
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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.