Diidiin weel shee deymo da'a ka koriye, ma danbar manuujiyaa?
DEnglish Translation
The bird feeds its chicks patiently — will it now rush them?
Context & Meaning
Growth takes time — natural care follows order
Proverb ID
#358Type
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
Dhilaa la waaniyey, markaasay tiri "Ii dhakhsada, rag bay sugayee."
When the prostitute was advised, she said, "Hurry ...
When the prostitute was advised, she said, "Hurry ...
Dani waa seeto
Need is a rope that ties people together
Need is a rope that ties people together
Dhaliili dhaban bay ku taallaa
Blame sits on the cheek
Blame sits on the cheek
Duunyo la diriray, duufaan baa qaada
Wealth fought over is taken by the wind
Wealth fought over is taken by the wind
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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.