Duul yar iyo duul weyn, mid baa duul kale ku tiirsan
DEnglish Translation
The small group depends on the large one
Context & Meaning
Cooperation sustains society — interdependence is natural
Proverb ID
#418Type
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Dad wax yar tare ma ahee, wax ma-tare ma leh
Some help little, the useless help none
Some help little, the useless help none
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You can't carry a hyena on a mat
You can't carry a hyena on a mat
Duul iyo duunyo, waa laba aan is raacin
Travelers and livestock don't stay together
Travelers and livestock don't stay together
Duufaan xoog leh baa geed adag jebiyaa
A strong storm breaks even a strong tree
A strong storm breaks even a strong tree
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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.