Dhurwaa dhoomo laguma rarto
DEnglish Translation
You can't carry a hyena on a mat
Context & Meaning
Evil or wild things can't be contained — some problems exceed control
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dhool bari ka kacay, dhaan loo nageeyaa
A rainbow rising from the east is a sign of rain
A rainbow rising from the east is a sign of rain
Dix dhaaxood dhagax ka waaye, hayeeshee hangool ka waaye
The valley lost stones but gained sticks
The valley lost stones but gained sticks
Dawaco geel ma cunto
The fox doesn't eat camels
The fox doesn't eat camels
Doqoni qiiq kama kacdee, daamankay meermeerisaa
A fool doesn't cause smoke but flaps her sleeves
A fool doesn't cause smoke but flaps her sleeves
Dacartuba mar bay malab dhalaysaa
Even aloe bears honey once
Even aloe bears honey once
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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.