Nin lagu seexdaw ha seexan
NEnglish Translation
Don't sleep where someone else slept
Context & Meaning
Don't trust borrowed safety — caution preserves survival
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nacas baa neef geed gaab ah soo gooya
A fool cuts a short tree for shade
A fool cuts a short tree for shade
Naago iyo riyaba diifta ayey isku eryoodaan
Women and goats chase each other out of hunger
Women and goats chase each other out of hunger
Nin gu kaa weyn, garaad kaa weyn
The elder has more wisdom
The elder has more wisdom
Nin xil qaaday, eed buu qaaday
He who takes responsibility, takes blame
He who takes responsibility, takes blame
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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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.