Dhagar-qabe dhulkuu u dhaq-dhaqaaqaa
DEnglish Translation
The schemer feels the ground shake beneath him
Context & Meaning
Guilt brings unrest — evil haunts its doer
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dabagaale timir gaadhi waayey qaraar buu yiraahdaa
The chameleon that can't reach the date calls it b...
The chameleon that can't reach the date calls it b...
Dacas kaa weyn dhiiqada bay kugu farjisaa
The hoe older than you splashes mud on you
The hoe older than you splashes mud on you
Dheg haddii la jaro, daloolkaa hara
When an ear is cut, the hole remains
When an ear is cut, the hole remains
Dhedo roob noqon weyday
A drizzle that failed to become rain
A drizzle that failed to become rain
Dheriga karkaraya kulayl baa keenay
The boiling pot is hot for a reason
The boiling pot is hot for a reason
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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.