Nin iyo naag is qaba, colna ma aha, nabadna ma aha
NEnglish Translation
Husband and wife are neither enemies nor at complete peace
Context & Meaning
Marriage mixes harmony and conflict — balance defines love
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Proverbs starting with "N"
Nimaan dulqaad lahayn, ma gaaro
Without patience, no one succeeds
Without patience, no one succeeds
Naago waa u samir ama ka simir
Either be patient with women or avoid them
Either be patient with women or avoid them
Nimaan naxariisan, looma naxariisto
He who shows no mercy is shown none
He who shows no mercy is shown none
Naago waa belo loo baahan yahay
Women are a necessary trouble
Women are a necessary trouble
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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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.