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
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Nin casarkii isa sheegay, cishihii ceebi ma qabato
He who confesses by afternoon isn't shamed at nigh...
He who confesses by afternoon isn't shamed at nigh...
Nacabkaa meel kaa jira, nacaybse meel ma jiro
The enemy lives far, but hatred lives within
The enemy lives far, but hatred lives within
Nabarka waayihiisa la og
A wound knows its own time to heal
A wound knows its own time to heal
Nin iyo naag is qaba, colna ma aha, nabadna ma aha
Husband and wife are neither enemies nor at comple...
Husband and wife are neither enemies nor at comple...
Nacas meel uu dumo buu ka dhisaa
The fool builds where he'll later destroy
The fool builds where he'll later destroy
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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.