Duul been sheegay, run buu qariyay
DEnglish Translation
He who tells lies hides the truth
Context & Meaning
Dishonesty conceals wisdom — truth must be spoken
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dhidar xabaalo qod bartay, qudhin buu ku dhacaa
The grave-digger falls into decay himself
The grave-digger falls into decay himself
Durdur aan biyo lahayn, ma ordo
A stream without water doesn't flow
A stream without water doesn't flow
Dantaada iyo madaxaaga midna lagama boodo
Neither your interest nor your head can be escaped
Neither your interest nor your head can be escaped
Dardaaran caweysin, kallaha arooryaad buu leeyahay
A nighttime plan must begin in the morning
A nighttime plan must begin in the morning
Dhoofaa kaa dhimay
Trade (or travel) has diminished you
Trade (or travel) has diminished you
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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.