Nimaan naxariisan, looma naxariisto
NEnglish Translation
He who shows no mercy is shown none
Context & Meaning
Compassion invites compassion — kindness returns in kind
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Proverbs starting with "N"
Nacas baa neef geed gaab ah soo gooya
A fool cuts a short tree for shade
A fool cuts a short tree for shade
Nafsigu ma hadho
The soul never remains behind
The soul never remains behind
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
Naagaha iyo carruurtaba sasabaa lagu wadaa
Both women and children are managed through gentle...
Both women and children are managed through gentle...
Nimaan dulqaad lahayn, ma gaaro
Without patience, no one succeeds
Without patience, no one succeeds
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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.