Gaashaan-qaad ma anbado
GEnglish Translation
The shield-bearer never flees
Context & Meaning
The defender stands firm — loyalty demands courage
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Geed joog, gartii waa yaqaan; laga dhimayna dhaxalkii waa yaqaan
The standing tree knows both justice and inheritan...
The standing tree knows both justice and inheritan...
Geeli waa geel, wixii gooyaana waa geel
A camel is a camel, and what kills it is also a ca...
A camel is a camel, and what kills it is also a ca...
Geeri nin aanad aqoon iyo geeljirey, ku wanaagsantahay
Death is good for one you don't know and a camel-h...
Death is good for one you don't know and a camel-h...
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...
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...
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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.