Nacab waa la arkaa, nacaybse waa la gartaa
NEnglish Translation
An enemy is seen, hatred is sensed
Context & Meaning
True hostility hides behind smiles — intuition detects it
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nabadi waa naf, colaadina waa cabsi
Peace is life, war is fear
Peace is life, war is fear
Nin buka, boqol u tali
When one is sick, a hundred command him
When one is sick, a hundred command him
Nimaan waayo arag ahayn, waa nin waayi doona
He who hasn't seen life will lose in life
He who hasn't seen life will lose in life
Nimaan caddaalad samayn, cadaab buu mutaa
He who commits injustice deserves punishment
He who commits injustice deserves punishment
Nimaan qooq dilin, maroodi ma dilo
He who doesn't kill lust, can't kill an elephant
He who doesn't kill lust, can't kill an elephant
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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.