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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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "H"
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...
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 mergi, hadba meel buu u jiidmaa
Speech is fluid; it goes wherever it's pulled
Speech is fluid; it goes wherever it's pulled
Hadalka kulul iyo kan qabowna meel buu isugu tagaa
Hot and cold words meet at one place
Hot and cold words meet at one place
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
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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.