Habeenkii hoos baa loo hadlaa, maalintiina hareeraha waa layska eegaa
HEnglish Translation
At night people whisper, by day they watch each other
Context & Meaning
There's a time for caution and a time for observation — wisdom adapts to circumstance
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Proverbs starting with "H"
Hasha naasa adag iyo weedha kulul, maxaa kulmiyey?
What joins the hard-uddered camel and harsh words?
What joins the hard-uddered camel and harsh words?
Hadal hadal kama dheera
Talk doesn't go beyond talk
Talk doesn't go beyond talk
Haddaan sacabka xeelad ku jirin, maxaa habeenkii loo tumaa?
If there's no skill in the clapping, why clap at n...
If there's no skill in the clapping, why clap at n...
Habar Jeclo, hadalka dib bay u gocotaa
The talkative woman regrets her words later
The talkative woman regrets her words later
Hadal waayeel waa guudmar
The elder's speech is a summary
The elder's speech is a summary
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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.