Nin dhintay, kabihiisaa dhaama
NEnglish Translation
The dead man's shoes are better than him
Context & Meaning
Material things outlast life — worldly possessions are fleeting
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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...
Nimaan qaybin jirin, hadduu qaybiyo nimaan qadi jirin baa qada
When a selfish man shares, the undeserving benefit
When a selfish man shares, the undeserving benefit
Naago nimaan madaxooda maja u rogin nin ma moodaan
Women don't consider a man a man unless he command...
Women don't consider a man a man unless he command...
Nimaan damiir lahayn, dadnimo ma leh
A man without conscience has no humanity
A man without conscience has no humanity
Nacas wax lagu yidhi, ninkii yidhi buu neceb yahay
When corrected, the fool hates the one who advised...
When corrected, the fool hates the one who advised...
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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.