Habar dhali weyday, aleelo bay ku waalatay
HEnglish Translation
The barren woman went mad over feeding a doll
Context & Meaning
Desire without fulfillment leads to obsession — frustration warps reason
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Proverbs starting with "H"
Heeraa wan ma aha
The diamond isn't a ram
The diamond isn't a ram
Hunnu hunnu hadal ma aha, himbiriirsi arag ma aha
Humming isn't speech; blinking isn't sight
Humming isn't speech; blinking isn't sight
Hooyadii ka guurtay, habar yartii kuma negaato
He who leaves his mother can't settle with his aun...
He who leaves his mother can't settle with his aun...
Hadal waa margi
Speech is like sap — it flows
Speech is like sap — it flows
Halmaan hadal kuma jiro
Daydreams contain no speech
Daydreams contain no speech
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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.