Naftu waxay ogtahay, way ilaashataa
NEnglish Translation
The soul protects what it knows
Context & Meaning
Instinct guards experience — people preserve what they understand
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
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
Nacas waa la eryaa, nasiib lama eryo
You can chase away a fool but not bad luck
You can chase away a fool but not bad luck
Nacas wuu qoslaa, cidna uma qoslayso
The fool laughs, but no one laughs with him
The fool laughs, but no one laughs with him
Nin dhintay, kabihiisaa dhaama
The dead man's shoes are better than him
The dead man's shoes are better than him
Nin dheerna, waxba looma tilmaamo
The tall man needs no directions
The tall man needs no directions
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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.