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"
Dhal aan dheela baran, dhuusaan buu barta
A child who hasn't learned to play learns to fart
A child who hasn't learned to play learns to fart
Doqoni waxay leedahay laba-iyo-toban indhood, halna way ku aragtaa
A fool has twelve eyes but sees with one
A fool has twelve eyes but sees with one
Dad waxa yaqaan nin tuugsaday iyo nin u taliyey
He who has begged or ruled knows people
He who has begged or ruled knows people
Dhur waa la tegis bartay, ridisna waa ku ceeb
Throwing a spear is an art, but missing is shamefu...
Throwing a spear is an art, but missing is shamefu...
Dixrigu dantiisuu qudhunka ugu jiraa
The maggot lives in rot for its own benefit
The maggot lives in rot for its own benefit
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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.