Nabsi waa nin kugu dhashay
NEnglish Translation
Vengeance grows within you
Context & Meaning
Holding grudges poisons the self — forgiveness frees the heart
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Proverbs starting with "N"
Nacas wuu qoslaa, cidna uma qoslayso
The fool laughs, but no one laughs with him
The fool laughs, but no one laughs with him
Naago waa u samir ama ka simir
Either be patient with women or avoid them
Either be patient with women or avoid them
Naf wax jecel, Eebbe baa dhibay
God tests the one who loves something deeply
God tests the one who loves something deeply
Naago wax laga bixiyey laguma dhaqo, wax loo hayaa lagu dhaqaa
Women aren't cared for with what's given away but ...
Women aren't cared for with what's given away but ...
Nimaan hadlin, habartiis wax ma siiso
A man who doesn't speak gets nothing from his aunt
A man who doesn't speak gets nothing from his aunt
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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.