Naago been baa lagu soo xero geliyaa, runna waa lagu dhaqaa
NEnglish Translation
Women are wooed with lies but kept with truth
Context & Meaning
Attraction may start with charm, but endurance needs honesty
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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
Naf la'aan, nolol ma jirto
Without a soul, there's no life
Without a soul, there's no life
Naago nimaan madaxooda maja u rogin nin ma moodaan
Women don't consider a man a man unless he command...
Women don't consider a man a man unless he command...
Nin war kuu keenay, war kaa qaad
Take news from the one who brought it
Take news from the one who brought it
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
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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.