Doqon milantay iyo geesi damac bartay, dhexdoodaa miidaamo ka dhacdaa
DEnglish Translation
Between a lost fool and a daring hero lies disaster
Context & Meaning
Recklessness and ignorance both end badly
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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
Dameer waa dameer, sidii goodirkaba ha u boodin
A donkey is a donkey; don't make it jump like a ga...
A donkey is a donkey; don't make it jump like a ga...
Duul kala maqan, daaqsin kuma heshiyaan
A scattered herd doesn't graze together
A scattered herd doesn't graze together
Duruuf adag, damiir adag bay tustaa
Hard times reveal a strong conscience
Hard times reveal a strong conscience
Dameeraha ta ugu yar baa ugu biqlo badan
The smallest donkey brays the most
The smallest donkey brays the most
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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.