Dhagax tuujin iyo taabasho waa is le'eg
DEnglish Translation
Squeezing a stone and touching it are the same
Context & Meaning
Some efforts are pointless — wisdom is in knowing what matters
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Doqonta usha agteedaa lagu dhuftaa, haday garan waydana goshaa lagu galaa
The fool is struck beside the stick, and if she do...
The fool is struck beside the stick, and if she do...
Doqon nebi Muuse habaaray
A fool cursed Prophet Moses
A fool cursed Prophet Moses
Duunyo la diriray, duufaan baa qaada
Wealth fought over is taken by the wind
Wealth fought over is taken by the wind
Dameer dhaan raacay
The donkey followed the camels
The donkey followed the camels
Doqon Alle bariday, xeradeedii bay ka aragtay
The fool who prayed to God found Him in her tent
The fool who prayed to God found Him in her tent
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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.