Dibi hooyo xun korme ma noqdo
DEnglish Translation
A calf with a cruel mother doesn't become a leader
Context & Meaning
Compassion breeds greatness — harshness kills potential
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dantu ceeb ma laha, ee dadkaa iska naceeya
Need isn't shameful; people make it seem so
Need isn't shameful; people make it seem so
Dameeri dhaan raacday
The she-donkey followed the camels
The she-donkey followed the camels
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
Dib-u-gurasho, dib bay kuu dhigtaa
Retreat delays you
Retreat delays you
Dammeeraley dad la xeer ma aha
Donkey herders don't sit in council with men
Donkey herders don't sit in council with men
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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.