Nin abaal gala, wax badan baa la arkaa; ninse guda, wax yar baa la arkaa
NEnglish Translation
Many repay favors; few return them
Context & Meaning
Gratitude is rare — integrity shows in repayment
Proverb ID
#764Type
Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nacas ninkii caqli leh baa cadaaba
The wise man suffers because of the fool
The wise man suffers because of the fool
Nabsi waa nin kugu dhashay
Vengeance grows within you
Vengeance grows within you
Nimaan hadal baran, hawl ma barto
He who hasn't learned to speak hasn't learned to a...
He who hasn't learned to speak hasn't learned to a...
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
Nimaan balan lahayni waa nin aan diin lahayn
A man without a promise is a man without faith
A man without a promise is a man without faith
Quick Actions
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.