Hunnu hunnu hadal ma aha, himbiriirsi arag ma aha
HEnglish Translation
Humming isn't speech; blinking isn't sight
Context & Meaning
Half-effort isn't success — reality requires full presence
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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
Habar baas, inan baas bay dhashaa
A wicked woman gives birth to a wicked child
A wicked woman gives birth to a wicked child
Hal diidaysaa, geed ay ku xoqato ma waaydo
A cow that refuses the brush will still find a tre...
A cow that refuses the brush will still find a tre...
Hal libaax aragtay, ma godlato
A cow that has seen a lion won't graze carelessly
A cow that has seen a lion won't graze carelessly
Hawo iyo hoos galbeed labadaba lama gaadho
You can reach neither the wind nor the western sha...
You can reach neither the wind nor the western sha...
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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.