Dantii mooge, maro duug ah ka liid
DEnglish Translation
The ignorant man's interest is worse than an old rag
Context & Meaning
A fool's priorities are worthless — wisdom guides true purpose
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dad kaa badan iyo biyo kaa badanba way ku hanfiyaan
Those more numerous or deeper will overwhelm you
Those more numerous or deeper will overwhelm you
Doqon dib bay wax ka garataa
A fool understands things after they happen
A fool understands things after they happen
Doofaarka ficil la'aantaa baa loo cadaabaa
The pig is punished for doing nothing
The pig is punished for doing nothing
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...
Dad waxa yaqaan nin tuugsaday iyo nin u taliyey
He who has begged or ruled knows people
He who has begged or ruled knows people
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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.