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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Proverbs starting with "D"
Duufaan raagaa, roob ma keeno
A long storm brings no rain
A long storm brings no rain
Duufaan xoog leh baa geed adag jebiyaa
A strong storm breaks even a strong tree
A strong storm breaks even a strong tree
Dhagax meel dhow buu ku dhacaa, hadalna meel dheer
A stone falls nearby, but a word travels far
A stone falls nearby, but a word travels far
Dibi hooyo xun hore uma koro
A calf with a bad mother doesn't grow forward
A calf with a bad mother doesn't grow forward
Duul kala maqan, daaqsin kuma heshiyaan
A scattered herd doesn't graze together
A scattered herd doesn't graze together
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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.