Nimaan hubsiimo lahayni, war gal maaha
NEnglish Translation
A man without certainty isn't trustworthy
Context & Meaning
Doubt weakens faith — clarity builds respect
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Proverbs starting with "N"
Nin abaal gala, wax badan baa la arkaa; ninse guda, wax yar baa la arkaa
Many repay favors; few return them
Many repay favors; few return them
Nabarka waayihiisa la og
A wound knows its own time to heal
A wound knows its own time to heal
Nin gu kaa weyn, garaad kaa weyn
The elder has more wisdom
The elder has more wisdom
Naagaha iyo carruurtaba sasabaa lagu wadaa
Both women and children are managed through gentle...
Both women and children are managed through gentle...
Nin ku necebi, xantaa og; nin ku jeclina, xogtaa og
Your enemy knows your faults, your friend your sec...
Your enemy knows your faults, your friend your sec...
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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.