Doqontu hadalka dib u gocotaa
DEnglish Translation
The fool rethinks her words after speaking
Context & Meaning
Regret follows thoughtless speech — think before you talk
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dad waxa ugu muran badan jaxar iyo jaahil
The proud and the ignorant argue most
The proud and the ignorant argue most
Doqontu xeer ma hoyso, xoolana ma hayso
The fool keeps neither law nor livestock
The fool keeps neither law nor livestock
Dhac dushii laguma wada hadlo
You don't negotiate on top of a robbery
You don't negotiate on top of a robbery
Dad-qal looma gurguurto
One doesn't crawl toward the dead
One doesn't crawl toward the dead
Dantii mooge, maro duug ah ka liid
The ignorant man's interest is worse than an old r...
The ignorant man's interest is worse than an old r...
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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.