Habeen ciidan maaha
HEnglish Translation
One night doesn't make a campaign
Context & Meaning
One effort doesn't win a battle — persistence is power
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Proverbs starting with "H"
Heesta geelu waa kala horreysaa
The camels' song has order
The camels' song has order
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...
Hadal hadal kama dheera
Talk doesn't go beyond talk
Talk doesn't go beyond talk
Haday fooli timaaddo, gudo qarsiimo reeban
When labor pains begin, secrecy ends
When labor pains begin, secrecy ends
Hashu ragaadka maysku eryeysaa mise wayska bixinaysaa?
Is the cow chasing the calf, or is she pushing it ...
Is the cow chasing the calf, or is she pushing it ...
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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.