Dooro qoor qabasho biyo kuma cabto
DEnglish Translation
The hen can't drink water while its neck is held
Context & Meaning
Freedom is essential — no one thrives under oppression
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dhiig islaan ma qarsoomo
The blood of a woman can't be hidden
The blood of a woman can't be hidden
Dawaco meeshay macal idood ku baratay, macaluul bay ugu bakhtidaa
The fox dies of hunger where she learned to steal ...
The fox dies of hunger where she learned to steal ...
Dhalinyaro "dhubuq-dhubuq hore, dhabana hays danbay leedahay."
Youthful excitement leads to regret later
Youthful excitement leads to regret later
Dad wax yar tare ma ahee, wax ma-tare ma leh
Some help little, the useless help none
Some help little, the useless help none
Dheriga karkaraya kulayl baa keenay
The boiling pot is hot for a reason
The boiling pot is hot for a reason
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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.