Nin xil qaaday, eed buu qaaday
NEnglish Translation
He who takes responsibility, takes blame
Context & Meaning
Leadership brings criticism — authority demands accountability
Proverb ID
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Proverbs starting with "N"
Naftu waxay ogtahay, way ilaashataa
The soul protects what it knows
The soul protects what it knows
Nacas baa neef geed gaab ah soo gooya
A fool cuts a short tree for shade
A fool cuts a short tree for shade
Nimaan talo lahayn, waa nin aan waddo lahayn
A man without advice is like a traveler without a ...
A man without advice is like a traveler without a ...
Nin buka, boqol u tali
When one is sick, a hundred command him
When one is sick, a hundred command him
Nimaan dhul marin, dhaayo ma laha
He who hasn't traveled has no eyes
He who hasn't traveled has no eyes
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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.