Hadal badani haan ma buuxsho
HEnglish Translation
Much talk doesn't fill the pot
Context & Meaning
Words don't replace deeds — action feeds results
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "H"
Haliba wiil bay korisaa, wedkeedana way leedahay
Every cow raises a son, but still keeps her own ud...
Every cow raises a son, but still keeps her own ud...
Habaar waalid ma hadho
A parent's curse never misses
A parent's curse never misses
Hal diidaysaa, geed ay ku xoqato ma waaydo
A cow that refuses the brush will still find a tre...
A cow that refuses the brush will still find a tre...
Hadba sidii loo jabaa, loo dhitiyaa
One fights as he's been beaten
One fights as he's been beaten
Hangaraarac lug uma dhutiyo
Limping doesn't tire the leg
Limping doesn't tire the leg
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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.