Naag kun baa koodisa, kow baana guursata
NEnglish Translation
A thousand men may court a woman, but only one marries her
Context & Meaning
Many may show interest, but few commit — destiny decides partnership
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nin soo fadhiiso laga waayo, soo seexaa laga helaa
If a man won't sit, he'll eventually lie down
If a man won't sit, he'll eventually lie down
Nacab nin kaa daran baa jira
There's always a greater enemy than the one you se...
There's always a greater enemy than the one you se...
Nabsi waa nin kugu dhashay
Vengeance grows within you
Vengeance grows within you
Naagi kun nin way la sheekaysataa, kowna way ka guursataa
A woman may talk to a thousand men but marries one
A woman may talk to a thousand men but marries one
Nimaan rajo lahayn, ma noola
Without hope, one isn't alive
Without hope, one isn't alive
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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.