Naago waa belo loo baahan yahay
NEnglish Translation
Women are a necessary trouble
Context & Meaning
A humorous acceptance — love comes with challenges
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
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
Nin xoolo ku siiya, in badan baad aragtaa; ninse talo ku siiya, wax yar baad aragtaa
You'll find many who give wealth, but few who give...
You'll find many who give wealth, but few who give...
Nimaan doqon ahayn, doqon ma yaqaan
Only a fool recognizes another fool
Only a fool recognizes another fool
Naagi naag lala qabo waa u col
A co-wife is an enemy to another
A co-wife is an enemy to another
Nimaan shaqaysan, shaah waa ka xaaraan
For the idle, even tea is forbidden
For the idle, even tea is forbidden
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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.