Doqon ha u gargaarin, hana gargaarsan
DEnglish Translation
Neither help a fool nor seek help from one
Context & Meaning
Association with the ignorant brings regret
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Durduro waxarood, xanan bay kula gashaa
A turbulent stream strikes you with thorns
A turbulent stream strikes you with thorns
Doqon qaddar Alle taqaanna, qulucdaada looma dhiibto
A fool who talks of fate can't be trusted with you...
A fool who talks of fate can't be trusted with you...
Dantu ceeb ma laha, ee dadkaa iska naceeya
Need isn't shameful; people make it seem so
Need isn't shameful; people make it seem so
Dab aan kulaylkiisa la arag, dambaskiisa lagama leexdo
Even if you miss the flames, the ashes still reach...
Even if you miss the flames, the ashes still reach...
Duur waa lagu jiraa, duunyo lama helo
You can live in the wild but not find wealth
You can live in the wild but not find wealth
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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.