Nacas baa neef geed gaab ah soo gooya
NEnglish Translation
A fool cuts a short tree for shade
Context & Meaning
Short-sighted people ruin their own shelter — think long-term
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Nacas nacabkiis ma yaqaan
A fool doesn't know his enemy
A fool doesn't know his enemy
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
Naago abaal ha u gelin, amaahse ha u diidin
Don't do a favor for a woman, nor deny her a loan
Don't do a favor for a woman, nor deny her a loan
Nin iyo naag is qaba, colna ma aha, nabadna ma aha
Husband and wife are neither enemies nor at comple...
Husband and wife are neither enemies nor at comple...
Nacab waa la arkaa, nacaybse waa la gartaa
An enemy is seen, hatred is sensed
An enemy is seen, hatred is sensed
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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.