Dawarsato dariiqay ku colowdaa
DEnglish Translation
The beggar becomes an enemy of the street she begs on
Context & Meaning
Familiarity breeds contempt — repeated dependence leads to shame
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dawaco geel ma cunto
The fox doesn't eat camels
The fox doesn't eat camels
Duul kala maqan, daaqsin kuma heshiyaan
A scattered herd doesn't graze together
A scattered herd doesn't graze together
Dhidar xabaalo qod bartay, qudhin buu ku dhacaa
The grave-digger falls into decay himself
The grave-digger falls into decay himself
Dhuumasho dhabarka muuqda dhuumasho ma aha
Hiding with your back showing isn't hiding
Hiding with your back showing isn't hiding
Duufaan xoog leh baa geed adag jebiyaa
A strong storm breaks even a strong tree
A strong storm breaks even a strong tree
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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.