Hal libaax aragtay, ma godlato
HEnglish Translation
A cow that has seen a lion won't graze carelessly
Context & Meaning
Experience teaches caution — fear shapes wisdom
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Proverbs starting with "H"
Hilib hal, dukhsi ayaa qudhmiya
A fly spoils even one piece of meat
A fly spoils even one piece of meat
Hadal nin si u yiri, ninna si u qaaday
One said it one way, another took it another
One said it one way, another took it another
Haliba wiil bay korisaa, wedkeedana way leedahay
Every cow raises a son, but still keeps her own ud...
Every cow raises a son, but still keeps her own ud...
Heesta geelu waa kala horreysaa
The camels' song has order
The camels' song has order
Haddii uu degdegsiinyo door dhalo, raagsiinyuhuna kiish lacageey dhalo
If haste bears sons, slowness bears bags of gold
If haste bears sons, slowness bears bags of gold
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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.