Hoonbaro libaax bay soo wadaa
HEnglish Translation
The hornbill brings the lion
Context & Meaning
Big news often comes through small messengers — never ignore signs
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "H"
Hubsiimo hal baa la siistaa
Certainty costs a she-camel
Certainty costs a she-camel
Habar roob hayo, ta kalena inuu hayey bay mooddaa
When one woman's house is raining, the other think...
When one woman's house is raining, the other think...
Hadal badani haan ma buuxsho
Much talk doesn't fill the pot
Much talk doesn't fill the pot
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
Habeenkii hoos baa loo hadlaa, maalintiina hareeraha waa layska eegaa
At night people whisper, by day they watch each ot...
At night people whisper, by day they watch each ot...
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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.