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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Proverbs starting with "N"
Nacasna nacas buu wataa
A fool carries another fool with him
A fool carries another fool with him
Naagi naag lala qabo waa u col
A co-wife is an enemy to another
A co-wife is an enemy to another
Nimaan abaal gudin, Eebbe abaal ma siiyo
God doesn't reward one who doesn't return favors
God doesn't reward one who doesn't return favors
Nimaan hadlin, habartiis wax ma siiso
A man who doesn't speak gets nothing from his aunt
A man who doesn't speak gets nothing from his aunt
Naago iyo riyaba diifta ayey isku eryoodaan
Women and goats chase each other out of hunger
Women and goats chase each other out of hunger
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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.