Hunguri weyni, kuunto weyni baa laga qaadaa
HEnglish Translation
A big appetite meets a big meal
Context & Meaning
Great needs demand great means — provision matches hunger
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Proverbs starting with "H"
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
Harag sagaaro, "iiga kac" ma ahee "iiga durug" ma leh
The lizard's skin says "get off me," not "go away"
The lizard's skin says "get off me," not "go away"
Hillaac biyihiisuu muujiyaa
Lightning reveals its own rain
Lightning reveals its own rain
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
Hadal lama wadaagee, caano la wadaagaa
Words aren't shared, but milk is
Words aren't shared, but milk is
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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.