Dhallaan dhargay fartaa loo lulaa
DEnglish Translation
A full child is amused by fingers
Context & Meaning
The satisfied forget hardship — comfort breeds play
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dacawo duul-duul badan af libaax bay ku dambaysaa
The restless jackal ends in the lion's mouth
The restless jackal ends in the lion's mouth
Dameer dhaan raacay
The donkey followed the camels
The donkey followed the camels
Doqontu xeer ma hoyso, xoolana ma hayso
The fool keeps neither law nor livestock
The fool keeps neither law nor livestock
Dumaal ninka xishooday, kama ilmo dhalo
The shy man in widow marriage begets no children
The shy man in widow marriage begets no children
Dhurwaa dhoomo laguma rarto
You can't carry a hyena on a mat
You can't carry a hyena on a mat
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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.