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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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nin xoolo ku siiya, in badan baad aragtaa; ninse talo ku siiya, wax yar baad aragtaa
You'll find many who give wealth, but few who give...
You'll find many who give wealth, but few who give...
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 daad qaaday, xunbo cuskey
The man carried by the flood holds on to the foam
The man carried by the flood holds on to the foam
Nimaan kuu furi doonin, yuusan kuu rarin
Don't let one who won't open your load, carry it
Don't let one who won't open your load, carry it
Nimaan dulqaad lahayn, ma gaaro
Without patience, no one succeeds
Without patience, no one succeeds
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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.