Doqon qaddar Alle taqaanna, qulucdaada looma dhiibto
DEnglish Translation
A fool who talks of fate can't be trusted with your rope
Context & Meaning
Don't entrust duties to the incompetent — talk is not trustworthiness
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dhib lagula qabo, dhib ma aha
A shared burden isn't a burden
A shared burden isn't a burden
Daahdaah hortiis dafo waa
Delay ruins what could have been done early
Delay ruins what could have been done early
Dameer dhaan raacay
The donkey followed the camels
The donkey followed the camels
Doqon Alle bariday, xeradeedii bay ka aragtay
The fool who prayed to God found Him in her tent
The fool who prayed to God found Him in her tent
Dhubuq-dhubuq hore, dhabana-hays dambey leedahay
Rash haste ends in regret
Rash haste ends in regret
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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.