Doqonniimo waa shil
DEnglish Translation
Foolishness is an accident
Context & Meaning
Ignorance brings disaster — lack of thought causes harm
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Proverbs starting with "D"
Dacartuba mar bay malab dhalaysaa
Even aloe bears honey once
Even aloe bears honey once
Duul yar iyo duul weyn, mid baa duul kale ku tiirsan
The small group depends on the large one
The small group depends on the large one
Dooro xaarka way wada cuntaa, af-tirashadeyse way kala duwan yihiin
All hens eat filth, but each cleans its beak diffe...
All hens eat filth, but each cleans its beak diffe...
Dibi hooyo xun korme ma noqdo
A calf with a cruel mother doesn't become a leader
A calf with a cruel mother doesn't become a leader
Dameeri dhaan raacday
The she-donkey followed the camels
The she-donkey followed the camels
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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.