Hadal lama wadaagee, caano la wadaagaa
HEnglish Translation
Words aren't shared, but milk is
Context & Meaning
Real generosity lies in giving, not speaking
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Proverbs starting with "H"
Hadal iyo hilibba kala qalan
Words and meat are different
Words and meat are different
Harag sagaaro, "iiga kac" ma ahee "iiga durug" ma leh
The lizard's skin says "get off me," not "go away"
The lizard's skin says "get off me," not "go away"
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 uu degdegsiinyo door dhalo, raagsiinyuhuna kiish lacageey dhalo
If haste bears sons, slowness bears bags of gold
If haste bears sons, slowness bears bags of gold
Hadday curaddii durdurisay, aaran maxaad moodday?
If the eldest misbehaves, what do you expect of th...
If the eldest misbehaves, what do you expect of th...
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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.