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
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dhac dushii laguma wada hadlo
You don't negotiate on top of a robbery
You don't negotiate on top of a robbery
Darandoorriyow naas-naasi
He who keeps running must stop to catch his breath
He who keeps running must stop to catch his breath
Dan iyo xarrago isma waafaqaan
Need and elegance don't go together
Need and elegance don't go together
Deriskaa dagaalkaaga rabaa, dooradaada "ceeshaas" buu ku yiraahdaa
The neighbor who wants to fight tells your rooster...
The neighbor who wants to fight tells your rooster...
Dacawadii tallaabada Nabiga ku dayatay, teedii ka tagtay, tu kalena gaadhi weyday
The jackal imitating the Prophet left its own walk...
The jackal imitating the Prophet left its own walk...
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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.