Dhur waa la tegis bartay, ridisna waa ku ceeb
DEnglish Translation
Throwing a spear is an art, but missing is shameful
Context & Meaning
Skill must be matched by precision — effort alone isn't enough
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dudun dareen iyo dugsasho ha isku darin
Don't mix excitement with rest
Don't mix excitement with rest
Dameeraha Awdal, ninkii oodda ka rogaa aroorshaa
Whoever lifts Awdal's fence marries its donkeys
Whoever lifts Awdal's fence marries its donkeys
Dad-qal looma gurguurto
One doesn't crawl toward the dead
One doesn't crawl toward the dead
Dhagax tuujin iyo taabasho waa is le'eg
Squeezing a stone and touching it are the same
Squeezing a stone and touching it are the same
Dheriga karkaraya kulayl baa keenay
The boiling pot is hot for a reason
The boiling pot is hot for a reason
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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.