Nabadi waa naf, colaadina waa cabsi
NEnglish Translation
Peace is life, war is fear
Context & Meaning
Tranquility sustains life — conflict destroys it
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
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
Nacfi nin aan Eebbe aqoon, uma qalmo
Prosperity doesn't suit one who forgets God
Prosperity doesn't suit one who forgets God
Nin war kuu keenay, war kaa qaad
Take news from the one who brought it
Take news from the one who brought it
Nimaan baran, ma barto
He who never learns, learns nothing
He who never learns, learns nothing
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.