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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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nabaddaad haysato lama oggolaado
Peace is never appreciated until it's lost
Peace is never appreciated until it's lost
Nimaan hadal baran, hawl ma barto
He who hasn't learned to speak hasn't learned to a...
He who hasn't learned to speak hasn't learned to a...
Naagtii caano xun dhigataa, iyana ku murud la'
The woman who spoils milk also lacks muscle
The woman who spoils milk also lacks muscle
Naf wax jecel, Eebbe baa dhibay
God tests the one who loves something deeply
God tests the one who loves something deeply
Naf la'aan, nolol ma jirto
Without a soul, there's no life
Without a soul, there's no life
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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.