Darandoorriyow naas-naasi
DEnglish Translation
He who keeps running must stop to catch his breath
Context & Meaning
Even the restless must rest — balance is wisdom
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dix dhaaxood dhagax ka waaye, hayeeshee hangool ka waaye
The valley lost stones but gained sticks
The valley lost stones but gained sticks
Dardaaran caweysin, kallaha arooryaad buu leeyahay
A nighttime plan must begin in the morning
A nighttime plan must begin in the morning
Doqontu hadalka dib u gocotaa
The fool rethinks her words after speaking
The fool rethinks her words after speaking
Doqon sokeeye ma aha
A fool is no relative
A fool is no relative
Dhar kaa dheer dhaxan kaama reebo
Clothes longer than you won't protect from cold
Clothes longer than you won't protect from cold
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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.