Habaar waalid ma hadho
HEnglish Translation
A parent's curse never misses
Context & Meaning
Respect your parents — their words carry great power
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Proverbs starting with "H"
Hubkaaga iyo hayinkaaga midna laguma hodmo
You can't boast of your weapon or your herd
You can't boast of your weapon or your herd
Hadal aan fiiro loo odhan, wuu kula fogaadaa; caano aan fiiqsi loo dhamina feedhahay wax yeelaan
A word said without care travels far; milk drunk w...
A word said without care travels far; milk drunk w...
Hadalaw nin si kuu yidhi, hawraarayna ninba si kuu qaaday
One man speaks to you one way, another hears you d...
One man speaks to you one way, another hears you d...
Hal maqaarka diidaysaa, daldalool bay ka eegtaa
A cow that rejects its hide looks through its hole...
A cow that rejects its hide looks through its hole...
Hasha naasa adag iyo weedha kulul, maxaa kulmiyey?
What joins the hard-uddered camel and harsh words?
What joins the hard-uddered camel and harsh words?
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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.