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"
Dudumo dheerataa, dhulkeed bay ku noqotaa
A long echo returns to its source
A long echo returns to its source
Dhoofaa kaa dhimay
Trade (or travel) has diminished you
Trade (or travel) has diminished you
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
Dawarsato dariiqay ku colowdaa
The beggar becomes an enemy of the street she begs...
The beggar becomes an enemy of the street she begs...
Dameer waa dameer, sidii goodirkaba ha u boodin
A donkey is a donkey; don't make it jump like a ga...
A donkey is a donkey; don't make it jump like a ga...
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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.