Naagtii caano xun dhigataa, iyana ku murud la'
NEnglish Translation
The woman who spoils milk also lacks muscle
Context & Meaning
Carelessness leads to weakness — responsibility builds strength
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nin dhintay, kabihiisaa dhaama
The dead man's shoes are better than him
The dead man's shoes are better than him
Naagi naag lala qabo waa u col
A co-wife is an enemy to another
A co-wife is an enemy to another
Nin lagu seexdaw ha seexan
Don't sleep where someone else slept
Don't sleep where someone else slept
Nin iyo naag is qaba, colna ma aha, nabadna ma aha
Husband and wife are neither enemies nor at comple...
Husband and wife are neither enemies nor at comple...
Nacas iyo nin waalan, laba meelood lama daayo
A fool and a madman shouldn't be left in charge
A fool and a madman shouldn't be left in charge
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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.