Hubkaaga iyo hayinkaaga midna laguma hodmo
HEnglish Translation
You can't boast of your weapon or your herd
Context & Meaning
True wealth isn't in possessions — humility outlasts pride
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Proverbs starting with "H"
Hilib hal, dukhsi ayaa qudhmiya
A fly spoils even one piece of meat
A fly spoils even one piece of meat
Habar caal weyday, durey bay hafartaa
The woman who lacks wisdom mocks the one who has s...
The woman who lacks wisdom mocks the one who has s...
Hadal nin badiyeyna ma dhammeeyo, nin yarreeyeyna waxba kama tegin
The one who talks much never finishes; the one who...
The one who talks much never finishes; the one who...
Habeen ciidan maaha
One night doesn't make a campaign
One night doesn't make a campaign
Hadal waayeel waa guudmar
The elder's speech is a summary
The elder's speech is a summary
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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.