Dheg haddii la jaro, daloolkaa hara
DEnglish Translation
When an ear is cut, the hole remains
Context & Meaning
Wounds heal but leave marks — forgiveness doesn't erase memory
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dameer dhaan raacay
The donkey followed the camels
The donkey followed the camels
Dumaal ninka xishooday, kama ilmo dhalo
The shy man in widow marriage begets no children
The shy man in widow marriage begets no children
Dusha dahab ah, hoosna wasakh
Golden on top, filthy underneath
Golden on top, filthy underneath
Dumar iyo dheri midna la yaryeysto ma aha
Neither women nor pots should be underestimated
Neither women nor pots should be underestimated
Durduro waxarood, xanan bay kula gashaa
A turbulent stream strikes you with thorns
A turbulent stream strikes you with thorns
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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.