Duul kala maqan, daaqsin kuma heshiyaan
DEnglish Translation
A scattered herd doesn't graze together
Context & Meaning
Unity is strength — division brings weakness
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Proverbs starting with "D"
Dhur waa la tegis bartay, ridisna waa ku ceeb
Throwing a spear is an art, but missing is shamefu...
Throwing a spear is an art, but missing is shamefu...
Dabeecad xun dad bay kaa saartaa
Bad manners drive people away
Bad manners drive people away
Durduro waxarood, xanan bay kula gashaa
A turbulent stream strikes you with thorns
A turbulent stream strikes you with thorns
Dixrigu dantiisuu qudhunka ugu jiraa
The maggot lives in rot for its own benefit
The maggot lives in rot for its own benefit
Dacas iyo dameer lama kala laha
No one owns a hoe or a donkey alone
No one owns a hoe or a donkey alone
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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.