Dhac dushii laguma wada hadlo
DEnglish Translation
You don't negotiate on top of a robbery
Context & Meaning
After wrongdoing, talk is useless — justice comes first
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dusha sare lagaa arkaa, hoose lagaa og
You're seen from above but known from within
You're seen from above but known from within
Dameer dhaan raacay
The donkey followed the camels
The donkey followed the camels
Dumar la yaryeystaa ma leh
Women shouldn't be belittled
Women shouldn't be belittled
Dhillo, intaadan "dhillo" oran, ayadaa ku tiri "dhillo."
Before you call her a harlot, she calls you one
Before you call her a harlot, she calls you one
Dhur waa la tegis bartay, ridisna waa ku ceeb
Throwing a spear is an art, but missing is shamefu...
Throwing a spear is an art, but missing is shamefu...
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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.