Gabadh nin dhali karaa, dhiqi karaa
GEnglish Translation
He who can bear a girl can also beat her
Context & Meaning
Responsibility and authority go hand in hand — discipline follows care
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Geelow, geed walba waad daaqdaye, markaad Ciin daaqdo laguu yaabaa
O yellow camel, you've grazed every tree; only whe...
O yellow camel, you've grazed every tree; only whe...
Gabadhu waa meel xun joog
A girl lives in a delicate place
A girl lives in a delicate place
Guul iyo geesi waa laba aan kala tegin
Success and bravery are inseparable
Success and bravery are inseparable
Guusha ma dhalato, waa la dhalaa
Victory isn't born; it's created
Victory isn't born; it's created
Guur iyo gabay toona lama gabto
Neither marriage nor poetry can be concealed
Neither marriage nor poetry can be concealed
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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.