Dhaliili dhaban bay ku taallaa
DEnglish Translation
Blame sits on the cheek
Context & Meaning
Shame is visible — wrong deeds reveal themselves
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Duul daallan, safar dheer ma maro
A tired traveler can't go far
A tired traveler can't go far
Dammeeraley dad la xeer ma aha
Donkey herders don't sit in council with men
Donkey herders don't sit in council with men
Dusha sare dahab, hoostana danbas
Gold on the surface, ashes underneath
Gold on the surface, ashes underneath
Doqon sokeeye ma aha
A fool is no relative
A fool is no relative
Doqon milantay iyo geesi damac bartay, dhexdoodaa miidaamo ka dhacdaa
Between a lost fool and a daring hero lies disaste...
Between a lost fool and a daring hero lies disaste...
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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.