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"
Dawaco geel ma cunto
The fox doesn't eat camels
The fox doesn't eat camels
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
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...
Dib-u-gurasho, dib bay kuu dhigtaa
Retreat delays you
Retreat delays you
Duunyada nin aan lahayn, daaq uma soo go'do
Livestock without an owner doesn't find pasture
Livestock without an owner doesn't find pasture
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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.