Nimaan dhididin, ma dhargo
NEnglish Translation
He who doesn't sweat, doesn't get full
Context & Meaning
Hard work feeds success — no effort, no reward
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Nimaad dhashay kuma dhalin
The one you gave birth to didn't give birth to you
The one you gave birth to didn't give birth to you
Ninna caadadii ma daayo, bahalna ceedhin ma daayo
Neither a man leaves his habit nor a beast its lai...
Neither a man leaves his habit nor a beast its lai...
Naftu waxay ogtahay, way ilaashataa
The soul protects what it knows
The soul protects what it knows
Nimaan kuu furi doonin, yuusan kuu rarin
Don't let one who won't open your load, carry it
Don't let one who won't open your load, carry it
Naf aan la ilaalin, waa naf la illaabay
A soul unprotected is a soul abandoned
A soul unprotected is a soul abandoned
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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.