Hadal intaadan buu ammaan yahay
HEnglish Translation
Speech is safe before it's spoken
Context & Meaning
Once spoken, words can't be taken back — silence preserves safety
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "H"
Hilib beer laga doortay, waa weyd
Meat chosen from the liver is always tender
Meat chosen from the liver is always tender
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...
Haddii aan la kala roonaan, roob ma da'o
If all things were equal, no rain would fall
If all things were equal, no rain would fall
Hadal waayeel waa guudmar
The elder's speech is a summary
The elder's speech is a summary
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.