Naf aan la ilaalin, waa naf la illaabay
NEnglish Translation
A soul unprotected is a soul abandoned
Context & Meaning
Carelessness with self leads to ruin — guard your well-being
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Naf la'aan, nolol ma jirto
Without a soul, there's no life
Without a soul, there's no life
Nabadi waa naf, colaadina waa cabsi
Peace is life, war is fear
Peace is life, war is fear
Nacas nacabkiis ma yaqaan
A fool doesn't know his enemy
A fool doesn't know his enemy
Naaguhu hoosiis bay hadh moodaan
Women mistake shade for shelter
Women mistake shade for shelter
Nimaan dhididin, ma dhargo
He who doesn't sweat, doesn't get full
He who doesn't sweat, doesn't get full
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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.