Nin gu kaa weyn, garaad kaa weyn
NEnglish Translation
The elder has more wisdom
Context & Meaning
Respect age — experience brings insight
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Proverbs starting with "N"
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
Naagi nimay legdaan, kama kacaan
Women don't rise from the man they've overpowered
Women don't rise from the man they've overpowered
Nacas ninkii caqli leh baa cadaaba
The wise man suffers because of the fool
The wise man suffers because of the fool
Nin dameero dabadood ka degay, meel uga tooban buu waayey
The man who dismounted behind the donkeys finds no...
The man who dismounted behind the donkeys finds no...
Nin soo fadhiiso laga waayo, soo seexaa laga helaa
If a man won't sit, he'll eventually lie down
If a man won't sit, he'll eventually lie down
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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.