Gaashaan-qaad ma anbado
GEnglish Translation
The shield-bearer never flees
Context & Meaning
The defender stands firm — loyalty demands courage
Proverb ID
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Proverbs starting with "G"
Gabadha dheg-dameer in leeg bay ku dansantaa, wiilkana in til leeg buu ku darsantaa
A girl values donkey's ears' size; a boy adds a ha...
A girl values donkey's ears' size; a boy adds a ha...
Gubtay oo qabowday baa gubashada og
Only the burned and cooled knows the burn
Only the burned and cooled knows the burn
Guur waa ganacsi laba dhinac leh
Marriage is a two-sided trade
Marriage is a two-sided trade
Gubasho waa gubasho, geed iyo guri midna ha ahaato
Burning is burning, whether a tree or a house
Burning is burning, whether a tree or a house
Gacantaadu haday dhudhub gasho, lagama dhuftee waa laga dhirindhiriyaa
If your hand gets stuck in glue, don't cut it — sh...
If your hand gets stuck in glue, don't cut it — sh...
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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.