Duurjoog waa duurjoog, durbaan ha loo tumee
DEnglish Translation
A wild beast is still wild, even with drums
Context & Meaning
Nature doesn't change — habits remain
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dudumo dheerataa, dhulkeed bay ku noqotaa
A long echo returns to its source
A long echo returns to its source
Dab iyo xanuun meel ma wada fadhiistaan
Fire and pain can't sit together
Fire and pain can't sit together
Dad iyo weel godanba waa la badiyaa
People and hollow pots should both be many
People and hollow pots should both be many
Doqoni cad ciid loogu riday, cay bay mooddaa
When sand is poured on a fool, he thinks it's insu...
When sand is poured on a fool, he thinks it's insu...
Dantaada iyo madaxaaga midna lagama boodo
Neither your interest nor your head can be escaped
Neither your interest nor your head can be escaped
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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.