Nacaboow, nin kaa daran baa jira
NEnglish Translation
O enemy, someone stronger than you exists
Context & Meaning
No matter how powerful your rival, there's always someone greater — never fear excessively
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nimaan naftiisa garan, cid kale ma garan
He who doesn't know himself knows no one else
He who doesn't know himself knows no one else
Naftu waxay ogtahay, way ilaashataa
The soul protects what it knows
The soul protects what it knows
Nin faash wataa, xaabo ma waayo
He who carries an axe never lacks firewood
He who carries an axe never lacks firewood
Nin dheerna, waxba looma tilmaamo
The tall man needs no directions
The tall man needs no directions
Naagi nimay legdaan, kama kacaan
Women don't rise from the man they've overpowered
Women don't rise from the man they've overpowered
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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.