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"
Hurdo cagaha ayay ka bilaabataa
Sleep starts from the feet
Sleep starts from the feet
Hilib hal, dukhsi ayaa qudhmiya
A fly spoils even one piece of meat
A fly spoils even one piece of meat
Hadday curaddii durdurisay, aaran maxaad moodday?
If the eldest misbehaves, what do you expect of th...
If the eldest misbehaves, what do you expect of th...
Hadal badani haan ma buuxsho
Much talk doesn't fill the pot
Much talk doesn't fill the pot
Habar baas, inan baas bay dhashaa
A wicked woman gives birth to a wicked child
A wicked woman gives birth to a wicked child
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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.