Dhidar xabaalo qod bartay, qudhin buu ku dhacaa
DEnglish Translation
The grave-digger falls into decay himself
Context & Meaning
Evil deeds destroy their doer — wrongdoing backfires
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Proverbs starting with "D"
Dameertu isku hallayn bay hooyadeed dabada uga nuugtaa
The donkey suckles its mother's tail out of self-r...
The donkey suckles its mother's tail out of self-r...
Dameeraha Awdal, ninkii oodda ka rogaa aroorshaa
Whoever lifts Awdal's fence marries its donkeys
Whoever lifts Awdal's fence marries its donkeys
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
Durduro waxarood, xanan bay kula gashaa
A turbulent stream strikes you with thorns
A turbulent stream strikes you with thorns
Doqontu hadalka dib u gocotaa
The fool rethinks her words after speaking
The fool rethinks her words after speaking
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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.