Gabadha dheg-dameer in leeg bay ku dansantaa, wiilkana in til leeg buu ku darsantaa
GEnglish Translation
A girl values donkey's ears' size; a boy adds a hair's breadth
Context & Meaning
Small differences matter in attraction — everyone seeks perfection in their own way
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Proverbs starting with "G"
Geed walba, in la gubaa waa hoos taal
Every tree hides the potential to burn
Every tree hides the potential to burn
Guur waa god
Marriage is a pit
Marriage is a pit
Geeri nin aadan aqoonin iyo geeljiray, ku roon tahay
Death of a stranger or herdsman is easier to bear
Death of a stranger or herdsman is easier to bear
Guul iyo geesi waa laba aan kala tegin
Success and bravery are inseparable
Success and bravery are inseparable
Guusha nin quustay ma gaadho
The hopeless never achieve victory
The hopeless never achieve victory
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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.