Haddii lagu sheego waa lays sheelaa, haddii lagu sheelana waa lays sheegaa
HEnglish Translation
If you're spoken of, people will talk; if you gossip, you'll be spoken of
Context & Meaning
Gossip begets gossip — what you give returns to you
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "H"
Hadalaw nin si kuu yidhi, hawraarayna ninba si kuu qaaday
One man speaks to you one way, another hears you d...
One man speaks to you one way, another hears you d...
Habar dhali weyday, aleelo bay ku waalatay
The barren woman went mad over feeding a doll
The barren woman went mad over feeding a doll
Haddii aan la kala roonaan, roob ma da'o
If all things were equal, no rain would fall
If all things were equal, no rain would fall
Haday fooli timaaddo, gudo qarsiimo reeban
When labor pains begin, secrecy ends
When labor pains begin, secrecy ends
Hadal yar iyo hawl badan
Few words, much work
Few words, much work
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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.