Heeraa wan ma aha
HEnglish Translation
The diamond isn't a ram
Context & Meaning
Things of different nature can't be compared — value by kind
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "H"
Habeen ciidan maaha
One night doesn't make a campaign
One night doesn't make a campaign
Habaar waalid ma hadho
A parent's curse never misses
A parent's curse never misses
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
Hunguri wax ka weyn la mariyaa wuu dillaacaa
The throat bursts from swallowing what's too big
The throat bursts from swallowing what's too big
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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.