Hadal yar iyo hawl badan
HEnglish Translation
Few words, much work
Context & Meaning
Silent doers achieve more than loud talkers
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "H"
Hadal waayeel waa guudmar
The elder's speech is a summary
The elder's speech is a summary
Hadal intaadan buu ammaan yahay
Speech is safe before it's spoken
Speech is safe before it's spoken
Hurdo habar ma koriso
Sleep raises no woman
Sleep raises no woman
Haddii lagu sheego waa lays sheelaa, haddii lagu sheelana waa lays sheegaa
If you're spoken of, people will talk; if you goss...
If you're spoken of, people will talk; if you goss...
Haddaad hungurayso, waa la hadlaa oo hab baa la dhisaa
If you crave something, speak and plan to get it
If you crave something, speak and plan to get it
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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.