Doqoni ammaanay la'aan bay u rixisaa
DEnglish Translation
The fool praises blindly
Context & Meaning
Praise without judgment is worthless
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dhubuq-dhubuq hore, dhabana-hays dambey leedahay
Rash haste ends in regret
Rash haste ends in regret
Dabkii baxayaa dab lagu qabsadaa
Escaping fire is stopped with fire
Escaping fire is stopped with fire
Doc ka yeedh iyo dameerkaba daanka ayaa laga jebiyaa
A talker and a donkey are both struck on the jaw
A talker and a donkey are both struck on the jaw
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
Dacas iyo dameer lama kala laha
No one owns a hoe or a donkey alone
No one owns a hoe or a donkey alone
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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.