Nimaan doqon ahayn, doqon ma yaqaan
NEnglish Translation
Only a fool recognizes another fool
Context & Meaning
We see in others what exists in ourselves — judgment mirrors self
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Proverbs starting with "N"
Nin walba meeshii buktaa, belbeshaa
Every man scratches where it itches
Every man scratches where it itches
Nimaan naftiisa garan, cid kale ma garan
He who doesn't know himself knows no one else
He who doesn't know himself knows no one else
Nin dameero dabadood ka degay, meel uga tooban buu waayey
The man who dismounted behind the donkeys finds no...
The man who dismounted behind the donkeys finds no...
Nacfi aan naxariis lahayn waa nacfi aan barako lahayn
Benefit without mercy lacks blessing
Benefit without mercy lacks blessing
Nabsi waa nin kugu dhashay
Vengeance grows within you
Vengeance grows within you
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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.