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
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dumar iyo dheri midna la yaryeysto ma aha
Neither women nor pots should be underestimated
Neither women nor pots should be underestimated
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
Dhiil maran iyo dhiil buuxa la iskuma dhufto
An empty pot and a full pot aren't struck together
An empty pot and a full pot aren't struck together
Daleel marow maradiis geed ma daarow
The shortcut traveler plants no shade tree
The shortcut traveler plants no shade tree
Dhillo garacatay mar hore bay nabad gashay
The prostitute who miscarried is already at peace
The prostitute who miscarried is already at peace
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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.