Dhabada yari, dhabada weyn bay kugu ridaa
DEnglish Translation
A narrow path leads you to the big road
Context & Meaning
Small beginnings lead to great ends — patience pays
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Proverbs starting with "D"
Deero waa dal madaw
The gazelle belongs to the dark plain
The gazelle belongs to the dark plain
Doqoni xin mooyiye, xisaab ma taqaan
The fool knows jealousy, not reckoning
The fool knows jealousy, not reckoning
Dad wax ugu liita ma tashe, ma toshe, ma tashiishe
The worst man neither advises, listens, nor learns
The worst man neither advises, listens, nor learns
Dabada iiga qor, anigaa durugsan doonee
Write it on my back—I'll be gone when it's read
Write it on my back—I'll be gone when it's read
Dhallaan dhargay fartaa loo lulaa
A full child is amused by fingers
A full child is amused by fingers
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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.