Nin xoolo ku siiya, in badan baad aragtaa; ninse talo ku siiya, wax yar baad aragtaa
NEnglish Translation
You'll find many who give wealth, but few who give wisdom
Context & Meaning
Advice is rarer and more valuable than gifts
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Proverbs starting with "N"
Nin abaal gala, wax badan baa la arkaa; ninse guda, wax yar baa la arkaa
Many repay favors; few return them
Many repay favors; few return them
Nacfi nin aan Eebbe aqoon, uma qalmo
Prosperity doesn't suit one who forgets God
Prosperity doesn't suit one who forgets God
Naagi naag lala qabo waa u col
A co-wife is an enemy to another
A co-wife is an enemy to another
Nin dheerna, waxba looma tilmaamo
The tall man needs no directions
The tall man needs no directions
Nimaan balan lahayni waa nin aan diin lahayn
A man without a promise is a man without faith
A man without a promise is a man without faith
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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.