Naago abaal ha u gelin, amaahse ha u diidin
NEnglish Translation
Don't do a favor for a woman, nor deny her a loan
Context & Meaning
Satirical — warns of emotional unpredictability; a note on caution
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Proverbs starting with "N"
Nacas nacabkiis ma yaqaan
A fool doesn't know his enemy
A fool doesn't know his enemy
Nimaan Ilaahay ka baqayn, nin ha baqo
He who doesn't fear God won't fear man
He who doesn't fear God won't fear man
Nimaan balan lahayni waa nin aan diin lahayn
A man without a promise is a man without faith
A man without a promise is a man without faith
Nimaan rajo lahayn, ma noola
Without hope, one isn't alive
Without hope, one isn't alive
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.