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"
Darandoorriyow naas-naasi
He who keeps running must stop to catch his breath
He who keeps running must stop to catch his breath
Doqontu xeer ma hoyso, xoolana ma hayso
The fool keeps neither law nor livestock
The fool keeps neither law nor livestock
Dal aqoon-la'aan waa la habaabaa, dad aqoon-la'aanna waa la qadaa
A land without knowledge is lost; people without i...
A land without knowledge is lost; people without i...
Duur waa lagu jiraa, duunyo lama helo
You can live in the wild but not find wealth
You can live in the wild but not find wealth
Dhillo, intaadan "dhillo" oran, ayadaa ku tiri "dhillo."
Before you call her a harlot, she calls you one
Before you call her a harlot, she calls you one
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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.