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
Nabaddaad haysato lama oggolaado
Peace is never appreciated until it's lost
Peace is never appreciated until it's lost
Nin walba meeshii buktaa, belbeshaa
Every man scratches where it itches
Every man scratches where it itches
Nin buka, boqol u tali
When one is sick, a hundred command him
When one is sick, a hundred command him
Nacfi nin aan Eebbe aqoon, uma qalmo
Prosperity doesn't suit one who forgets God
Prosperity doesn't suit one who forgets God
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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.