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"
Dan layskuma naco
People don't hate each other when interests align
People don't hate each other when interests align
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
Dhuumasho dhabarka muuqda dhuumasho ma aha
Hiding with your back showing isn't hiding
Hiding with your back showing isn't hiding
Dani waa seeto
Need is a rope that ties people together
Need is a rope that ties people together
Doqoni ammaanay la'aan bay u rixisaa
The fool praises blindly
The fool praises blindly
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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.