Dooro haday hal waddo iyo haday toban waddo kororto, kurug ma dhaafto
DEnglish Translation
Whether one road or ten, the hen never leaves her path
Context & Meaning
Habit binds nature — people rarely change their ways
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
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 ...
Dabkii baxayaa dab lagu qabsadaa
Escaping fire is stopped with fire
Escaping fire is stopped with fire
Duruuf walba, dulqaad baa lagaga baxaa
Every hardship is overcome by patience
Every hardship is overcome by patience
Dhicisku inta mindida loo siddo, buu bakhtiyaa
The dying one perishes before the knife arrives
The dying one perishes before the knife arrives
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.