Nimaan hadal baran, hawl ma barto
NEnglish Translation
He who hasn't learned to speak hasn't learned to act
Context & Meaning
Communication precedes skill — expression leads to success
Proverb ID
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Proverbs starting with "N"
Nimaan caddaalad samayn, cadaab buu mutaa
He who commits injustice deserves punishment
He who commits injustice deserves punishment
Nacas wuu qoslaa, cidna uma qoslayso
The fool laughs, but no one laughs with him
The fool laughs, but no one laughs with him
Nimaan dhididin, ma dhargo
He who doesn't sweat, doesn't get full
He who doesn't sweat, doesn't get full
Naf wax jecel, Eebbe baa dhibay
God tests the one who loves something deeply
God tests the one who loves something deeply
Nin iyo naag is qaba, colna ma aha, nabadna ma aha
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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.