Dhicisku inta mindida loo siddo, buu bakhtiyaa
DEnglish Translation
The dying one perishes before the knife arrives
Context & Meaning
Fate strikes before action — death can't be delayed
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Doqonniimo waa shil
Foolishness is an accident
Foolishness is an accident
Dhabada yari, dhabada weyn bay kugu ridaa
A narrow path leads you to the big road
A narrow path leads you to the big road
Dhiig islaan ma qarsoomo
The blood of a woman can't be hidden
The blood of a woman can't be hidden
Dacas iyo dameer lama kala laha
No one owns a hoe or a donkey alone
No one owns a hoe or a donkey alone
Duruuf adag, damiir adag bay tustaa
Hard times reveal a strong conscience
Hard times reveal a strong conscience
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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.