Nin kuu digay, kuma dilin
NEnglish Translation
The one who warned you didn't kill you
Context & Meaning
Advice saves — heed warnings before it's too late
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Proverbs starting with "N"
Nimaan aqoon lahayn, waa nin indho la'
The ignorant man is blind
The ignorant man is blind
Nin ku necebi, xantaa og; nin ku jeclina, xogtaa og
Your enemy knows your faults, your friend your sec...
Your enemy knows your faults, your friend your sec...
Nimaan waayo arag ahayn, waa nin waayi doona
He who hasn't seen life will lose in life
He who hasn't seen life will lose in life
Nimaan qaybin jirin, hadduu qaybiyo nimaan qadi jirin baa qada
When a selfish man shares, the undeserving benefit
When a selfish man shares, the undeserving benefit
Nabaddaad haysato lama oggolaado
Peace is never appreciated until it's lost
Peace is never appreciated until it's lost
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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.