Nin dameero dabadood ka degay, meel uga tooban buu waayey
NEnglish Translation
The man who dismounted behind the donkeys finds no clean spot
Context & Meaning
Avoid following fools — poor company soils dignity
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nacab waa la arkaa, nacaybse waa la gartaa
An enemy is seen, hatred is sensed
An enemy is seen, hatred is sensed
Naf la'aan, nolol ma jirto
Without a soul, there's no life
Without a soul, there's no life
Nimaan naxariisan, looma naxariisto
He who shows no mercy is shown none
He who shows no mercy is shown none
Nin xoolo ku siiya, in badan baad aragtaa; ninse talo ku siiya, wax yar baad aragtaa
You'll find many who give wealth, but few who give...
You'll find many who give wealth, but few who give...
Naftu waxay ogtahay, way ilaashataa
The soul protects what it knows
The soul protects what it knows
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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.