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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Proverbs starting with "D"
Dani waa seeto
Need is a rope that ties people together
Need is a rope that ties people together
Dab munaafiq shiday duul dhan buu gubaa
A fire lit by a hypocrite burns a whole crowd
A fire lit by a hypocrite burns a whole crowd
Doqoni saaf carro loogu riday, sad bursiinyo ma mooddo
When given clean soil, a fool thinks it's insult, ...
When given clean soil, a fool thinks it's insult, ...
Dhal aan dheela baran, dhuusaan buu barta
A child who hasn't learned to play learns to fart
A child who hasn't learned to play learns to fart
Duruuf adag, damiir adag bay tustaa
Hard times reveal a strong conscience
Hard times reveal a strong conscience
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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.