Dukulush timir deeri weyday, kharaaraa tufi
DEnglish Translation
The bat that couldn't reach the date spat bitterly
Context & Meaning
The jealous scorn what they can't have — resentment hides failure
Proverb ID
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Proverbs starting with "D"
Doqon Alle bariday, xeradeedii bay ka aragtay
The fool who prayed to God found Him in her tent
The fool who prayed to God found Him in her tent
Dad wax ugu liita ma tashe, ma toshe, ma tashiishe
The worst man neither advises, listens, nor learns
The worst man neither advises, listens, nor learns
Diidiin weel shee deymo da'a ka koriye, ma danbar manuujiyaa?
The bird feeds its chicks patiently — will it now ...
The bird feeds its chicks patiently — will it now ...
Dhalinyaro "dhubuq-dhubuq hore, dhabana hays danbay leedahay."
Youthful excitement leads to regret later
Youthful excitement leads to regret later
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...
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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.