Naagi nimay legdaan, kama kacaan
NEnglish Translation
Women don't rise from the man they've overpowered
Context & Meaning
Once dominant, she stays — power changes balance
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Proverbs starting with "N"
Naago waa u samir ama ka simir
Either be patient with women or avoid them
Either be patient with women or avoid them
Naago abaal ha u gelin, amaahse ha u diidin
Don't do a favor for a woman, nor deny her a loan
Don't do a favor for a woman, nor deny her a loan
Nimaan naftiisa garan, cid kale ma garan
He who doesn't know himself knows no one else
He who doesn't know himself knows no one else
Nimaad dhashay kuma dhalin
The one you gave birth to didn't give birth to you
The one you gave birth to didn't give birth to you
Naago been baa lagu soo xero geliyaa, runna waa lagu dhaqaa
Women are wooed with lies but kept with truth
Women are wooed with lies but kept with truth
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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.