Hadal waayeel waa guudmar
HEnglish Translation
The elder's speech is a summary
Context & Meaning
Wisdom is concise — the experienced speak efficiently
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "H"
Habar caal weyday, durey bay hafartaa
The woman who lacks wisdom mocks the one who has s...
The woman who lacks wisdom mocks the one who has s...
Habar roob hayo, ta kalena inuu hayey bay mooddaa
When one woman's house is raining, the other think...
When one woman's house is raining, the other think...
Hillaac biyihiisuu muujiyaa
Lightning reveals its own rain
Lightning reveals its own rain
Hal maqaarka diidaysaa, daldalool bay ka eegtaa
A cow that rejects its hide looks through its hole...
A cow that rejects its hide looks through its hole...
Hadal waa dheh iyo dhagayso
Speech is saying and listening
Speech is saying and listening
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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.