Hadal badani haan ma buuxsho
HEnglish Translation
Much talk doesn't fill the pot
Context & Meaning
Words don't replace deeds — action feeds results
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "H"
Hillaac biyihiisuu muujiyaa
Lightning reveals its own rain
Lightning reveals its own rain
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...
Haani guntay ka tolantaa
A pot is patched at its base
A pot is patched at its base
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...
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
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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.