Hilib hal, dukhsi ayaa qudhmiya
HEnglish Translation
A fly spoils even one piece of meat
Context & Meaning
A small fault ruins greatness — guard against little evils
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Proverbs starting with "H"
Hadal waa margi
Speech is like sap — it flows
Speech is like sap — it flows
Haad habeen kacay, wax baa kiciyey
A bird that rises at night must have been disturbe...
A bird that rises at night must have been disturbe...
Halmaan hadal kuma jiro
Daydreams contain no speech
Daydreams contain no speech
Haddii aan la kala roonaan, roob ma da'o
If all things were equal, no rain would fall
If all things were equal, no rain would fall
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?
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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.