Doc ka yeedh iyo dameerkaba daanka ayaa laga jebiyaa

D
English Translation

A talker and a donkey are both struck on the jaw

Context & Meaning

Too much talk brings punishment — silence is safer

Proverb ID
#361
Type
Somali Proverb
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.