Habar baas, inan baas bay dhashaa
HEnglish Translation
A wicked woman gives birth to a wicked child
Context & Meaning
Character is inherited — bad roots grow bad fruits
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "H"
Habar Jeclo, hadalka dib bay u gocotaa
The talkative woman regrets her words later
The talkative woman regrets her words later
Hadalku intuu uurkaaga ku jiro, waa ammaan
While the word is in your heart, it's safe
While the word is in your heart, it's safe
Haddii aan la kala roonaan, roob ma da'o
If all things were equal, no rain would fall
If all things were equal, no rain would fall
Hadal tuurtuur kuma sama
Rough talk never brings good
Rough talk never brings good
Heeraa wan ma aha
The diamond isn't a ram
The diamond isn't a ram
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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.