Nimaan hadlin, habartiis wax ma siiso
NEnglish Translation
A man who doesn't speak gets nothing from his aunt
Context & Meaning
Ask to receive — silence gets no reward
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Naag, naag ka umulisay iyo nin reer u weyn, midna siday wax u ogyihiin uma sheegaan
A woman who's delivered another woman's baby, and ...
A woman who's delivered another woman's baby, and ...
Nin dheerna, waxba looma tilmaamo
The tall man needs no directions
The tall man needs no directions
Nimaan talo lahayn, waa nin aan waddo lahayn
A man without advice is like a traveler without a ...
A man without advice is like a traveler without a ...
Naago badhaadhahooday ka sheekeeyaan, ragna ba'ooda
Women speak of prosperity; men of their downfall
Women speak of prosperity; men of their downfall
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
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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.