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 yar iyo hawl badan
Few words, much work
Few words, much work
Hilib beer laga doortay, waa weyd
Meat chosen from the liver is always tender
Meat chosen from the liver is always tender
Haddaad hungurayso, waa la hadlaa oo hab baa la dhisaa
If you crave something, speak and plan to get it
If you crave something, speak and plan to get it
Hadday tubaako faa'iido leedahay, Habargidir baa liqi lahayd
If tobacco had benefit, Habargidir would have eate...
If tobacco had benefit, Habargidir would have eate...
Habar Jeclo, hadalka dib bay u gocotaa
The talkative woman regrets her words later
The talkative woman regrets her words later
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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.