Doqoni hoosiis bay had mooddaa
DEnglish Translation
A fool mistakes shade for shelter
Context & Meaning
The naive see comfort where there's none
Proverb ID
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Proverbs starting with "D"
Dameertu ma hadhsato, ilmaheedana ma hadhiso
The donkey doesn't rest in the shade nor shades he...
The donkey doesn't rest in the shade nor shades he...
Dix dhaaxood dhagax ka waaye, hayeeshee hangool ka waaye
The valley lost stones but gained sticks
The valley lost stones but gained sticks
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...
Duufaan xoog leh baa geed adag jebiyaa
A strong storm breaks even a strong tree
A strong storm breaks even a strong tree
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.