Hadday curaddii durdurisay, aaran maxaad moodday?
HEnglish Translation
If the eldest misbehaves, what do you expect of the younger?
Context & Meaning
The example set by elders shapes the youth
Proverb ID
#567Type
Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "H"
Hawli jid caddeysay
Work clears the path
Work clears the path
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...
Hilib beer laga doortay, waa weyd
Meat chosen from the liver is always tender
Meat chosen from the liver is always tender
Hadal iyo hablaba, duco la'aan bay tarmaan
Both speech and girls grow without blessing if pra...
Both speech and girls grow without blessing if pra...
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
Quick Actions
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.