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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Proverbs starting with "N"
Naago waa u samir ama ka simir
Either be patient with women or avoid them
Either be patient with women or avoid them
Nin buka, boqol u tali
When one is sick, a hundred command him
When one is sick, a hundred command him
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
Naf la'aan, nolol ma jirto
Without a soul, there's no life
Without a soul, there's no life
Nacaboow, nin kaa daran baa jira
O enemy, someone stronger than you exists
O enemy, someone stronger than you exists
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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.