Nacas waa la eryaa, nasiib lama eryo
NEnglish Translation
You can chase away a fool but not bad luck
Context & Meaning
Fate can't be escaped — destiny must be faced
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Proverbs starting with "N"
Nin lagu seexdaw ha seexan
Don't sleep where someone else slept
Don't sleep where someone else slept
Nin gu kaa weyn, garaad kaa weyn
The elder has more wisdom
The elder has more wisdom
Nimaan dhul marin, dhaayo ma laha
He who hasn't traveled has no eyes
He who hasn't traveled has no eyes
Naf aan la ilaalin, waa naf la illaabay
A soul unprotected is a soul abandoned
A soul unprotected is a soul abandoned
Nin xoolo ku siiya, in badan baad aragtaa; ninse talo ku siiya, wax yar baad aragtaa
You'll find many who give wealth, but few who give...
You'll find many who give wealth, but few who give...
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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.