Doqontu afka xanbay ku sidaa, ishana xil
DEnglish Translation
A fool carries words in her mouth and burdens in her eyes
Context & Meaning
Fools talk too much yet understand little — they lack balance between thought and speech
Proverb ID
#389Type
Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dumaal ninka xishooday, kama ilmo dhalo
The shy man in widow marriage begets no children
The shy man in widow marriage begets no children
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
Dad waxa ugu muran badan jaxar iyo jaahil
The proud and the ignorant argue most
The proud and the ignorant argue most
Dabeecad xun dad bay kaa saartaa
Bad manners drive people away
Bad manners drive people away
Dan layskuma naco
People don't hate each other when interests align
People don't hate each other when interests align
Quick Actions
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.