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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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Guur iyo gabay toona lama gabto
Neither marriage nor poetry can be concealed
Neither marriage nor poetry can be concealed
Guur ninkii rabaa, guurti buu raadiyaa
He who wants marriage seeks elders
He who wants marriage seeks elders
Guur waa nasiib
Marriage is destiny
Marriage is destiny
Guur laguma degdego, laguna raago
Don't rush into marriage or delay it too long
Don't rush into marriage or delay it too long
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
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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.