Nin faash wataa, xaabo ma waayo
NEnglish Translation
He who carries an axe never lacks firewood
Context & Meaning
Preparedness ensures success — tools empower survival
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nimaan dadka la joogin, dadka wax ma bara
He who isolates from people learns nothing about t...
He who isolates from people learns nothing about t...
Nimaan caddaalad samayn, cadaab buu mutaa
He who commits injustice deserves punishment
He who commits injustice deserves punishment
Nabsi waa nin kugu dhashay
Vengeance grows within you
Vengeance grows within you
Nimaan naftiisa garan, cid kale ma garan
He who doesn't know himself knows no one else
He who doesn't know himself knows no one else
Nacasna nacas buu wataa
A fool carries another fool with him
A fool carries another fool with him
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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.