Hadalna "sii dheh" baa diley, hanbana "sii hudh" baa dishay
HEnglish Translation
Talk was ruined by "say more," and soup was spoiled by "stir more"
Context & Meaning
Excess spoils all — moderation in speech and action
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Proverbs starting with "H"
Hoonbaro libaax bay soo wadaa
The hornbill brings the lion
The hornbill brings the lion
Hadal waa mergi, hadba meel buu u jiidmaa
Speech is fluid; it goes wherever it's pulled
Speech is fluid; it goes wherever it's pulled
Hadal badani haan ma buuxsho
Much talk doesn't fill the pot
Much talk doesn't fill the pot
Hadal hadal kama dheera
Talk doesn't go beyond talk
Talk doesn't go beyond talk
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...
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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.