Dumar iyo dheri midna la yaryeysto ma aha
DEnglish Translation
Neither women nor pots should be underestimated
Context & Meaning
Both can break or cause harm — handle with respect
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Deero waa dal madaw
The gazelle belongs to the dark plain
The gazelle belongs to the dark plain
Duqsi caano ku dabaal bartay, fuud buu ku gubtaa
The fly that learned to swim in milk burns in soup
The fly that learned to swim in milk burns in soup
Daleel marow maradiis geed ma daarow
The shortcut traveler plants no shade tree
The shortcut traveler plants no shade tree
Dab iyo xanuun meel ma wada fadhiistaan
Fire and pain can't sit together
Fire and pain can't sit together
Dumaal ninka xishooday, kama ilmo dhalo
The shy man in widow marriage begets no children
The shy man in widow marriage begets no children
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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.