Nin dheerna, waxba looma tilmaamo
NEnglish Translation
The tall man needs no directions
Context & Meaning
Capability sees its own way — strength knows the path
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nacab waa la arkaa, nacaybse waa la gartaa
An enemy is seen, hatred is sensed
An enemy is seen, hatred is sensed
Nabaddaad haysato lama oggolaado
Peace is never appreciated until it's lost
Peace is never appreciated until it's lost
Nin xil qaaday, eed buu qaaday
He who takes responsibility, takes blame
He who takes responsibility, takes blame
Nacas waa la eryaa, nasiib lama eryo
You can chase away a fool but not bad luck
You can chase away a fool but not bad luck
Nimaan doqon ahayn, doqon ma yaqaan
Only a fool recognizes another fool
Only a fool recognizes another fool
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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.