Nimaan kuu furi doonin, yuusan kuu rarin
NEnglish Translation
Don't let one who won't open your load, carry it
Context & Meaning
Don't trust help from the unhelpful — loyalty must be proven
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nimaan naftiisa garan, cid kale ma garan
He who doesn't know himself knows no one else
He who doesn't know himself knows no one else
Nafsi raaga, rag iyo geel baa iska leh
Long endurance belongs to men and camels
Long endurance belongs to men and camels
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
Nimaan naftiisa ogayn, Eebbe ma yaqaan
He who doesn't know his soul doesn't know his Lord
He who doesn't know his soul doesn't know his Lord
Nin xil qaaday, eed buu qaaday
He who takes responsibility, takes blame
He who takes responsibility, takes blame
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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.