Duufaan daqiiq bay tustaa
DEnglish Translation
A storm exposes the dust
Context & Meaning
Crisis reveals hidden truth — adversity tests strength
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Durdur aan biyo lahayn, ma ordo
A stream without water doesn't flow
A stream without water doesn't flow
Doqontu hadalka dib u gocotaa
The fool rethinks her words after speaking
The fool rethinks her words after speaking
Dameeraha Adari, ninkii oodda ka qaadaa aroorshaa
He who opens the fence for the Adari donkeys marri...
He who opens the fence for the Adari donkeys marri...
Dusha sare dahab, hoostana danbas
Gold on the surface, ashes underneath
Gold on the surface, ashes underneath
Dix dhaaxood dhagax ka waaye, hayeeshee hangool ka waaye
The valley lost stones but gained sticks
The valley lost stones but gained sticks
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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.