Dib-u-gurasho, dib bay kuu dhigtaa
DEnglish Translation
Retreat delays you
Context & Meaning
Constant hesitation prevents progress
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dacawo duul-duul badan af libaax bay ku dambaysaa
The restless jackal ends in the lion's mouth
The restless jackal ends in the lion's mouth
Darandoorriyow naas-naasi
He who keeps running must stop to catch his breath
He who keeps running must stop to catch his breath
Dudun dareen iyo dugsasho ha isku darin
Don't mix excitement with rest
Don't mix excitement with rest
Doqoni ammaanay la'aan bay u rixisaa
The fool praises blindly
The fool praises blindly
Dardaaran caweysin, kallaha arooryaad buu leeyahay
A nighttime plan must begin in the morning
A nighttime plan must begin in the morning
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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.