Dhoofaa kaa dhimay
DEnglish Translation
Trade (or travel) has diminished you
Context & Meaning
Wandering or greed can make one lose more than they gain
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Daleel marow maradiis geed ma daarow
The shortcut traveler plants no shade tree
The shortcut traveler plants no shade tree
Dad waxa yaqaan nin tuugsaday iyo nin u taliyey
He who has begged or ruled knows people
He who has begged or ruled knows people
Dacas kaa weyn dhiiqada bay kugu farjisaa
The hoe older than you splashes mud on you
The hoe older than you splashes mud on you
Doqontu xeer ma hoyso, xoolana ma hayso
The fool keeps neither law nor livestock
The fool keeps neither law nor livestock
Dhallaan qayladii waa qaboonada
Children's noise is their happiness
Children's noise is their happiness
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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.