Doqoni calaf ma leh
DEnglish Translation
A fool has no destiny
Context & Meaning
Ignorance destroys opportunity — wisdom feeds fate
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Proverbs starting with "D"
Dameeraha Awdal, ninkii oodda ka rogaa aroorshaa
Whoever lifts Awdal's fence marries its donkeys
Whoever lifts Awdal's fence marries its donkeys
Dab ama hadal baa lagu bakhtiiyaa, ama biyo
Fire is quenched by words or by water
Fire is quenched by words or by water
Dhurwaal baa lagu yidhi, "Fool-xumo." Markaasuu yidhi, "Walaalkay weerana ma aragteen?"
The hyena was told he's ugly; he replied, "Have yo...
The hyena was told he's ugly; he replied, "Have yo...
Dhoofaa kaa dhimay
Trade (or travel) has diminished you
Trade (or travel) has diminished you
Daawo tiro badan waxba ma tarto
Too many medicines cure nothing
Too many medicines cure nothing
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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.