Hal maqaarka diidaysaa, daldalool bay ka eegtaa
HEnglish Translation
A cow that rejects its hide looks through its holes
Context & Meaning
You can't reject your nature — self-denial is futile
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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
Hawo iyo hoos galbeed labadaba lama gaadho
You can reach neither the wind nor the western sha...
You can reach neither the wind nor the western sha...
Hadalku intuu uurkaaga ku jiro, waa ammaan
While the word is in your heart, it's safe
While the word is in your heart, it's safe
Hunguri weyni, kuunto weyni baa laga qaadaa
A big appetite meets a big meal
A big appetite meets a big meal
Hadal tuurtuur kuma sama
Rough talk never brings good
Rough talk never brings good
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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.