Nabaddaad haysato lama oggolaado
NEnglish Translation
Peace is never appreciated until it's lost
Context & Meaning
People realize the value of calm only after chaos comes
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Proverbs starting with "N"
Nimaan dadka la joogin, dadka wax ma bara
He who isolates from people learns nothing about t...
He who isolates from people learns nothing about t...
Nimaan abaal gudin, Eebbe abaal ma siiyo
God doesn't reward one who doesn't return favors
God doesn't reward one who doesn't return favors
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
Nimaad dhashay kuma dhalin
The one you gave birth to didn't give birth to you
The one you gave birth to didn't give birth to you
Nacas ninkii caqli leh baa cadaaba
The wise man suffers because of the fool
The wise man suffers because of the 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.