Dawaco geel ma cunto
DEnglish Translation
The fox doesn't eat camels
Context & Meaning
The weak can't harm the strong — know your limits
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Duqsi caano ku dabaal bartay, fuud buu ku gubtaa
The fly that learned to swim in milk burns in soup
The fly that learned to swim in milk burns in soup
Doqonniimo waa shil
Foolishness is an accident
Foolishness is an accident
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 ...
Dameertu ma hadhsato, ilmaheedana ma hadhiso
The donkey doesn't rest in the shade nor shades he...
The donkey doesn't rest in the shade nor shades he...
Dhubuq-dhubuq hore, dhabana-hays dambey leedahay
Rash haste ends in regret
Rash haste ends in regret
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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.