Dheriga karkaraya kulayl baa keenay
DEnglish Translation
The boiling pot is hot for a reason
Context & Meaning
Every effect has a cause — nothing happens without reason
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dukhsi dantiisuu qudhunka ugu jiraa
The fly lives in filth for its own need
The fly lives in filth for its own need
Doqonta usha agteedaa lagu dhuftaa, haday garan waydana goshaa lagu galaa
The fool is struck beside the stick, and if she do...
The fool is struck beside the stick, and if she do...
Dooro haday hal waddo iyo haday toban waddo kororto, kurug ma dhaafto
Whether one road or ten, the hen never leaves her ...
Whether one road or ten, the hen never leaves her ...
Duunyo la diriray, duufaan baa qaada
Wealth fought over is taken by the wind
Wealth fought over is taken by the wind
Doqon Alle bariday, xeradeedii bay ka aragtay
The fool who prayed to God found Him in her tent
The fool who prayed to God found Him in her tent
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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.