Habar fadhida, legdin bay ka fudud tahay
HEnglish Translation
A sitting woman finds wrestling easy
Context & Meaning
Talking is easier than doing — theory is simpler than practice
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Hawo iyo hoos galbeed labadaba lama gaadho
You can reach neither the wind nor the western sha...
You can reach neither the wind nor the western sha...
Haddaad hungurayso, waa la hadlaa oo hab baa la dhisaa
If you crave something, speak and plan to get it
If you crave something, speak and plan to get it
Haddii uu degdegsiinyo door dhalo, raagsiinyuhuna kiish lacageey dhalo
If haste bears sons, slowness bears bags of gold
If haste bears sons, slowness bears bags of gold
Haddii aad dhimanayso, dhareerkaa layska duwaa
If you're dying, wipe your saliva
If you're dying, wipe your saliva
Hadal nin badiyeyna ma dhammeeyo, nin yarreeyeyna waxba kama tegin
The one who talks much never finishes; the one who...
The one who talks much never finishes; the one who...
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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.