Duqsi caano ku dabaal bartay, fuud buu ku gubtaa
DEnglish Translation
The fly that learned to swim in milk burns in soup
Context & Meaning
Too much comfort brings carelessness — safety breeds danger
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dantu ceeb ma laha, ee dadkaa iska naceeya
Need isn't shameful; people make it seem so
Need isn't shameful; people make it seem so
Dabagaale timir gaadhi waayey qaraar buu yiraahdaa
The chameleon that can't reach the date calls it b...
The chameleon that can't reach the date calls it b...
Dameertu ma hadhsato, ilmaheedana ma hadhiso
The donkey doesn't rest in the shade nor shades he...
The donkey doesn't rest in the shade nor shades he...
Dooro qoor qabasho biyo kuma cabto
The hen can't drink water while its neck is held
The hen can't drink water while its neck is held
Dhabada yari, dhabada weyn bay kugu ridaa
A narrow path leads you to the big road
A narrow path leads you to the big road
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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.