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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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "H"
Hadal waa margi
Speech is like sap — it flows
Speech is like sap — it flows
Haddaad been sheegayso, been run u eg sheeg
If you must lie, make it sound true
If you must lie, make it sound true
Hadal waa mergi, hadba meel buu u jiidmaa
Speech is fluid; it goes wherever it's pulled
Speech is fluid; it goes wherever it's pulled
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
Hurdo cagaha ayay ka bilaabataa
Sleep starts from the feet
Sleep starts from the feet
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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.