Hal diidaysaa, geed ay ku xoqato ma waaydo
HEnglish Translation
A cow that refuses the brush will still find a tree to scratch
Context & Meaning
Everyone seeks comfort — instinct finds its way
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "H"
Hadal iyo hilibba kala qalan
Words and meat are different
Words and meat are different
Hasha naasa adag iyo weedha kulul, maxaa kulmiyey?
What joins the hard-uddered camel and harsh words?
What joins the hard-uddered camel and harsh words?
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...
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
Hadalka wanaagsani waa sadaqo
Good speech is charity
Good speech is charity
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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.