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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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "H"
Hadday tubaako faa'iido leedahay, Habargidir baa liqi lahayd
If tobacco had benefit, Habargidir would have eate...
If tobacco had benefit, Habargidir would have eate...
Haddii aad dhimanayso, dhareerkaa layska duwaa
If you're dying, wipe your saliva
If you're dying, wipe your saliva
Hal libaax aragtay, ma godlato
A cow that has seen a lion won't graze carelessly
A cow that has seen a lion won't graze carelessly
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...
Heeraa wan ma aha
The diamond isn't a ram
The diamond isn't a ram
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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.