Doofaarka ficil la'aantaa baa loo cadaabaa
DEnglish Translation
The pig is punished for doing nothing
Context & Meaning
Laziness invites trouble — inaction leads to suffering
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Deriskaa dagaalkaaga rabaa, dooradaada "ceeshaas" buu ku yiraahdaa
The neighbor who wants to fight tells your rooster...
The neighbor who wants to fight tells your rooster...
Dawarsato dariiqay ku colowdaa
The beggar becomes an enemy of the street she begs...
The beggar becomes an enemy of the street she begs...
Dan layskuma naco
People don't hate each other when interests align
People don't hate each other when interests align
Dhac dushii laguma wada hadlo
You don't negotiate on top of a robbery
You don't negotiate on top of a robbery
Dhuumasho dhabarka muuqda dhuumasho ma aha
Hiding with your back showing isn't hiding
Hiding with your back showing isn't hiding
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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.