Dhar kaa dheer dhaxan kaama reebo
DEnglish Translation
Clothes longer than you won't protect from cold
Context & Meaning
What doesn't fit you won't benefit you — choose according to need
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Doqon qaddar Alle taqaanna, qulucdaada looma dhiibto
A fool who talks of fate can't be trusted with you...
A fool who talks of fate can't be trusted with you...
Dhallaan dhargay fartaa loo lulaa
A full child is amused by fingers
A full child is amused by fingers
Dibi hooyo xun hore uma koro
A calf with a bad mother doesn't grow forward
A calf with a bad mother doesn't grow forward
Dhalinyaro "dhubuq-dhubuq hore, dhabana hays danbay leedahay."
Youthful excitement leads to regret later
Youthful excitement leads to regret later
Dad waxa yaqaan nin tuugsaday iyo nin u taliyey
He who has begged or ruled knows people
He who has begged or ruled knows people
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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.