Duur waa lagu jiraa, duunyo lama helo
DEnglish Translation
You can live in the wild but not find wealth
Context & Meaning
Survival differs from success — civilization brings prosperity
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dukulush timir deeri weyday, kharaaraa tufi
The bat that couldn't reach the date spat bitterly
The bat that couldn't reach the date spat bitterly
Duul daallan, safar dheer ma maro
A tired traveler can't go far
A tired traveler can't go far
Dhaliili dhaban bay ku taallaa
Blame sits on the cheek
Blame sits on the cheek
Doqonkii lumay oo la soo helay wuxuu yiri, "Maxaa la iga faraxsan yahay, berriba waan lumiye."
The fool found after being lost said, "Why rejoice...
The fool found after being lost said, "Why rejoice...
Dabagaale timir gaadhi waayey qaraar buu yiraahdaa
The chameleon that can't reach the date calls it b...
The chameleon that can't reach the date calls it b...
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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.