Nin kaa weyn, waxba looma sheego
NEnglish Translation
You can't teach one older than you
Context & Meaning
Age resists correction — humility opens learning
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nabad la'aani waa nolol la'aan
Without peace, there is no life
Without peace, there is no life
Nabadi waa naf, colaadina waa cabsi
Peace is life, war is fear
Peace is life, war is fear
Nimaan aqoon lahayn, waa nin indho la'
The ignorant man is blind
The ignorant man is blind
Nin xil qaaday, eed buu qaaday
He who takes responsibility, takes blame
He who takes responsibility, takes blame
Naaguhu hoosiis bay hadh moodaan
Women mistake shade for shelter
Women mistake shade for shelter
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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.