Nimaan dhul marin, dhaayo ma laha
NEnglish Translation
He who hasn't traveled has no eyes
Context & Meaning
Experience widens understanding — travel brings wisdom
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nimaan damiir lahayn, dadnimo ma leh
A man without conscience has no humanity
A man without conscience has no humanity
Nimaan aqoon lahayn, waa nin indho la'
The ignorant man is blind
The ignorant man is blind
Nacab nin kaa daran baa jira
There's always a greater enemy than the one you se...
There's always a greater enemy than the one you se...
Nacfi nin aan Eebbe aqoon, uma qalmo
Prosperity doesn't suit one who forgets God
Prosperity doesn't suit one who forgets God
Nacfi aan naxariis lahayn waa nacfi aan barako lahayn
Benefit without mercy lacks blessing
Benefit without mercy lacks blessing
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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.