Dumar la yaryeystaa ma leh
DEnglish Translation
Women shouldn't be belittled
Context & Meaning
Underestimating women brings regret — respect all
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Proverbs starting with "D"
Dabeecad xun dad bay kaa saartaa
Bad manners drive people away
Bad manners drive people away
Dumar iyo dheri midna la yaryeysto ma aha
Neither women nor pots should be underestimated
Neither women nor pots should be underestimated
Dad-qal looma gurguurto
One doesn't crawl toward the dead
One doesn't crawl toward the dead
Dabalaay gooji ama ha goojin, geela gu'ga dhalay baa lagugu tirin
Mark or don't mark—the camel counts as born in spr...
Mark or don't mark—the camel counts as born in spr...
Dan iyo xarrago isma waafaqaan
Need and elegance don't go together
Need and elegance don't go together
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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.